Pope Leo's lung nodule surgery completed successfully, Vatican says

Pope Leo's lung nodule surgery completed successfully, Vatican says

October 13, 2026 / 2:28 PM EDT / CBS/AP Add CBS News on Google Pope Leo XIV underwent a successful surgery Tuesday to remove a lung nodule, according to the Vatican."The procedure was completed successfully, within the expected timeframe and as planned, and the Holy Father has returned to his room," the Holy See Press Office said.Leo had shared he would get the surgery during his Sunday noon prayer.This is a developing story. It will be updated. Pope Leo hospitalized ahead of surgery on lung nodule 01:49 Pope Leo hospitalized ahead of surgery on lung nodule (01:49)

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