Pope Francis: cStable but complex conditions, the Pope continues respiratory therapy

Pope Francis continues his hospitalization at the Gemelli Polyclinic in Rome, while his health situation remains complex but stable. According to the latest medical bulletin released by the Holy See Press Office, the The Pope spent a peaceful night and resumed respiratory therapy without a mask, using high-flow oxygen through his nose pads.. However, the prognosis remains guarded.

Two acute respiratory crises yesterday

Yesterday, Monday, March 3, Pope Francis faced two more episodes of acute respiratory failure, caused by a significant accumulation of endobronchial mucus and consequent bronchospasm. To counteract the criticality of the situation, two bronchoscopies were performed with aspiration of abundant secretions. Subsequently, non-invasive mechanical ventilation with a mask was resumed. Despite the difficulties, the Pope remained vigilant, oriented and collaborative.

Vatican sources have underlined how yesterday was a particularly challenging day for Bergoglio's health, reiterating however that these episodes are part of the complex picture of his clinical condition.

A stable but critical clinical picture

This morning, Internal Vatican sources have reported that the Pope's situation is somewhat stable, but the clinical picture remains complex and the prognosis is still reserved.. The doctors at the Policlinico Gemelli continue to carefully monitor the situation and do not exclude further updates in the coming hours.

Current therapy involves administering high-flow oxygen without the use of a mask. This improvement has been greeted with relief, but health experts stress that the Pontiff is not yet out of danger.

Attention from international media

The media attention surrounding the health of the Holy Father is very high. OOver 700 information operators including journalists, photographers and video makers have registered with the Holy See Press Office to follow the updates on Pope Francis' conditions. This number is in addition to the approximately 500 journalists normally accredited to cover news from the Vatican.

Prayer for the health of the Pontiff

Meanwhile, the Catholic community continues to unite in prayer for the health of Pope Francis. This evening, at 21pm, the ninth day of the Rosary dedicated to the Pontiff will be held in St. Peter's Square. The The celebration will be led by Cardinal Arthur Roche, prefect of the Dicastery for Divine Worship and the Discipline of the Sacraments