Pope Francis “rested well, all night long” in the hospital, Vatican officials said in a brief update on Tuesday morning.
The 88-year-old pope was admitted to Rome’s Gemelli hospital on February 14 to undergo testing and treatment for bronchitis.
On Monday evening, the Vatican said the pontiff’s condition remained critical but had nonetheless shown a “slight improvement. ”
“No episodes of asthma-like respiratory distress occurred today, and some laboratory tests have shown improvement. The monitoring of his mild kidney insufficiency has not raised any concerns. Oxygen therapy continues, although with slightly reduced flow and oxygen levels. Given the complexity of the clinical picture, the doctors are prudently maintaining their cautious prognosis.” Said the statement.
Adding that the “mild kidney insufficiency,” which was first reported at the weekend, was not a cause for concern.
” No new episodes of asthma-like respiratory distress; a slight reduction in oxygen flow and levels; and improved test results. His mild kidney insufficiency is not a cause for concern. Pope Francis has resumed work and, in the evening, called the parish in Gaza.” It added.
