Pope Leo, 71, will undergo surgery in Rome to remove a lung nodule, the Vatican said.
The operation is scheduled ahead of the Pope’s planned tour of Latin America, and the Vatican expects a one‑week hospital recovery.
The procedure is a routine removal of a lung nodule, and the Pope will be monitored closely during his stay in the Vatican hospital.
Following his recovery, the Pope is set to visit several countries across Latin America as part of his international itinerary.
Vatican officials are keeping a close eye on the Pope’s health as he prepares for the upcoming trip.
<small>Source: Al Jazeera — read the original story there.</small>