@manon.cultureVatican confirmed Tuesday that Pope Leo XIV had surgery to remove a pulmonary adenocarcinoma, which is a type of lung cancer. The procedure was verified by the Holy See on the same day.
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Pope Leo XIV pulmonary adenocarcinoma
Photo de @manon.culture· Oct 14, 2026· Leo XIV
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The focus is a man in religious attire, possibly a bishop, with an inset image of lungs showing a tumor. He is smiling and has his hands clasped in front of him. The mood is serious, with the medical imagery suggesting a health-related topic. A notable detail is the ornate embroidery on his robes and the prominent gold ring on his finger. The watermark "MYMEXTAPREZ" is visible across the image.
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