El Papa León XIV diagnosticado con cáncer de pulmón tras cirugía rutinaria

El Papa León XIV diagnosticado con cáncer de pulmón tras cirugía rutinaria

CBS News informó que un cirujano torácico describió la cirugía pulmonar del Papa León XIV en el Hospital Gemelli de Roma como rutinaria y señaló que su recuperación fue rápida. The Washington Post informó posteriormente que el Papa salió del hospital el sábado, cuatro días después de la operación, y regresó al Vaticano. CNN informó que el Vaticano anunció que el Papa sería dado de alta el sábado y se esperaba que reanudara pronto sus funciones públicas. Fox News informó que el Vaticano confirmó que se había realizado una lobectomía y que el Papa planeaba aparecer en el Ángelus el. CBS News señaló que el Papa celebró una Misa en el Hospital Gemelli mientras se recuperaba, y NBC News difundió fotos del Papa presidiendo la Misa en el hospital, indicando una mejora continua.

NBC News también informó que los exámenes postoperatorios fueron normales y que el Papa había retomado el trabajo y la Misa desde su habitación. Fox News añadió que el presidente Donald Trump envió sus mejores deseos al Papa tras el diagnóstico de cáncer. A principios de la semana, el Papa anunció que se sometería a una cirugía para extraer un nódulo pulmonar en etapa temprana, con una recuperación estimada de una semana, según informó NBC News y otros medios. El Vaticano confirmó posteriormente que se había extirpado una parte del lóbulo inferior del pulmón derecho y que los médicos diagnosticaron adenocarcinoma pulmonar. Informes posteriores indicaron que la cirugía se realizó en el Hospital Gemelli y que sus audiencias públicas fueron canceladas durante varias semanas.

Actores

Pope Leo XIV Matteo Bruni

Ubicaciones

St. Peter's Square Apostolic Palace Vatican City

Artículos

17 de octubre de 2026
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Pope's surgeon details operating on the "ideal patient" after lung cancer discovery "entirely by chance"
Pope's surgeon details operating on the "ideal patient" after lung cancer discovery "entirely by chance"

CBS News • 17 de oct 19:53

Pope Leo XIV's lung adenocarcinoma was discovered during an unrelated examination, and a thoracic surgeon described the operation as uncomplicated and the pope's recovery swift.

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Pope Leo leaves hospital after lung cancer operation
Pope Leo leaves hospital after lung cancer operation

The Washington Post • 17 de oct 14:27

Pope Leo XIV left a Rome hospital on Saturday, four days after surgery to remove a malignant lung nodule, and returned to the Vatican.

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Pope Leo to be discharged from hospital today following lung cancer surgery
Pope Leo to be discharged from hospital today following lung cancer surgery

CNN • 17 de oct 09:35

The Vatican announced that Pope Leo XIV will be discharged on Saturday, four days after surgery to remove a lung cancer nodule, and is expected to resume public duties soon.

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16 de octubre de 2026
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First photos of Pope Leo XIV released by Vatican after lung surgery
First photos of Pope Leo XIV released by Vatican after lung surgery

Fox News • 16 de oct 18:32

The Vatican confirmed that Pope Leo XIV underwent a lobectomy for lung adenocarcinoma and is recovering steadily, with plans to appear publicly at the Angelus on Sunday.

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New photos show Pope Leo celebrating Mass at hospital as he recovers from lung cancer surgery
New photos show Pope Leo celebrating Mass at hospital as he recovers from lung cancer surgery

CBS News • 16 de oct 14:05

Pope Leo XIV presided over a Mass at Gemelli Hospital while recovering from lung cancer surgery and met with senior clergy and world leaders.

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First images released of Pope Leo as recovery continues at hospital after cancer surgery
First images released of Pope Leo as recovery continues at hospital after cancer surgery

NBC News • 16 de oct 12:57

The Vatican released photos of Pope Leo XIV presiding over Mass at Rome's Gemelli hospital, with doctors confirming continued improvement after his lung cancer surgery.

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15 de octubre de 2026
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What is adenocarcinoma? Here's what to know about Pope Leo XIV's form of lung cancer
What is adenocarcinoma? Here's what to know about Pope Leo XIV's form of lung cancer

PBS • 15 de oct 15:18

The Vatican confirmed Pope Leo XIV had the lower lobe of his right lung removed after a diagnosis of lung adenocarcinoma, a non-small cell cancer that can have higher cure rates when detected early.

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Trump ripped for reaction to Pope Leo cancer diagnosis: ‘Incapable of giving a s-t’
Trump ripped for reaction to Pope Leo cancer diagnosis: ‘Incapable of giving a s-t’

SILive.com • 15 de oct 15:05

President Donald Trump expressed well wishes for Pope Leo XIV after the pontiff's lung cancer diagnosis, while also referencing the pope's family and supporters.

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Pope Leo’s recovery on track after surgery, Vatican says
Pope Leo’s recovery on track after surgery, Vatican says

NBC News • 15 de oct 12:57

The pope's post-operative tests are normal and he has resumed work and Mass from his hospital room, while doctors await further cancer analysis.

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Trump wishes Pope Leo XIV well after lung adenocarcinoma diagnosis
Trump wishes Pope Leo XIV well after lung adenocarcinoma diagnosis

Fox News • 15 de oct 03:38

President Donald Trump expressed support for Pope Leo XIV following the pontiff's lung cancer diagnosis and surgery, noting his personal connection to the pope's brother.

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14 de octubre de 2026
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Pope's cancer diagnosis leaves Catholics questioning what comes next
Pope's cancer diagnosis leaves Catholics questioning what comes next

BBC • 14 de oct 12:22

The 71-year-old pontiff underwent surgery to remove a lung nodule and has been diagnosed with lung adenocarcinoma, prompting questions about his health outlook and future travel plans.

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Pope Leo spends a peaceful night in the hospital after cancer surgery
Pope Leo spends a peaceful night in the hospital after cancer surgery

NBC News • 14 de oct 10:10

The Vatican confirmed that Pope Leo XIV spent the night in the hospital following a successful operation to remove part of his right lung and diagnose adenocarcinoma.

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Pope Leo diagnosed with lung cancer after surgery
Pope Leo diagnosed with lung cancer after surgery

USA Today • 14 de oct 02:15

Pope Leo XIV underwent lung surgery on Oct. 13, during which doctors identified a lung adenocarcinoma; his recovery is expected to take two to three weeks.

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13 de octubre de 2026
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Vatican confirms Pope Leo underwent surgery for lung cancer
Vatican confirms Pope Leo underwent surgery for lung cancer

DW.com • 13 de oct 23:33

The Vatican confirmed that Pope Leo XIV had part of his right lung removed to treat a newly diagnosed adenocarcinoma and that he is expected to recover within a week.

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Vatican says pope has lung cancer and had part of his right lung removed
Vatican says pope has lung cancer and had part of his right lung removed

NBC News • 13 de oct 22:07

The Vatican confirmed that Pope Leo XIV underwent surgery to remove a portion of his right lung, revealing a diagnosis of adenocarcinoma and cancelling his public audiences through Oct. 20.

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Pope Leo diagnosed with lung cancer after undergoing surgery, Vatican says
Pope Leo diagnosed with lung cancer after undergoing surgery, Vatican says

CBS News • 13 de oct 20:18

The Vatican announced that Pope Leo XIV had a portion of his right lung removed during surgery, confirming a diagnosis of lung adenocarcinoma.

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Pope diagnosed with lung cancer but had successful surgery, Vatican says
Pope diagnosed with lung cancer but had successful surgery, Vatican says

BBC • 13 de oct 18:24

The Vatican confirmed that Pope Leo XIV had a 90-minute operation to remove a lung lobe following a diagnosis of lung adenocarcinoma, and he is recovering.

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12 de octubre de 2026
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Pope Leo to go to hospital Tuesday for lung nodule surgery
Pope Leo to go to hospital Tuesday for lung nodule surgery

CBS News • 12 de oct 14:36

Pope Leo XIV will be admitted to Rome's Gemelli Hospital for surgery to remove an early-stage lung nodule, with a week-long recovery expected.

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Pope Leo to be hospitalized Tuesday for surgery to remove a lung nodule
Pope Leo to be hospitalized Tuesday for surgery to remove a lung nodule

NBC News • 12 de oct 12:53

The Vatican announced that Pope Leo XIV will be hospitalized Tuesday for surgery to remove a lung nodule discovered in recent tests, with an expected weeklong recovery.

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What to know about Pope Leo’s planned lung nodule surgery
What to know about Pope Leo’s planned lung nodule surgery

CNN • 12 de oct 12:18

Pope Leo XIV, 71, will have an operation to remove a small lung nodule detected during routine tests, with a week of recovery expected at Rome's Gemelli hospital.

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Pope Leo XIV to undergo surgery after nodular lesion found in lung, Vatican says
Pope Leo XIV to undergo surgery after nodular lesion found in lung, Vatican says

CBS News • 12 de oct 00:13

Pope Leo XIV, 71, will have surgery this week to remove a nodular lung lesion discovered during routine checks, with recovery expected to take about a week.

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11 de octubre de 2026
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What to know about Pope Leo’s lung surgery
What to know about Pope Leo’s lung surgery

NBC News • 11 de oct 16:47

Pope Leo XIV, 71, will have surgery this week to remove a small lung nodule detected in recent tests, with an expected recovery of about one week.

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Pope Leo to have surgery to remove nodule on his lung
Pope Leo to have surgery to remove nodule on his lung

The Guardian • 11 de oct 15:20

Pope Leo XIV announced he will undergo surgery in the coming days to remove a small lung nodule detected during routine checks.

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Pope Leo XIV to have surgery after nodule found on lung
Pope Leo XIV to have surgery after nodule found on lung

BBC • 11 de oct 13:38

The 71-year-old Pope announced he will have an operation on a lung nodule identified during a routine check-up, with the procedure scheduled for early next week.

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Pope Leo says he will undergo surgery to remove a nodule on his lung
Pope Leo says he will undergo surgery to remove a nodule on his lung

NBC News • 11 de oct 11:07

Pope Leo XIV announced he will undergo surgery this week to remove an early-stage lung nodule, with recovery expected to take about a week.

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