Concern for Pope Francis: Respiratory crises in the hospital again!

Concern for Pope Francis: Respiratory crises in the hospital again!

Pope Francis is once again struggling with severe breathing problems. On Monday, the 88-year-old suffered two episodes of acute respiratory failure, drawing alarming attention to his health. According to a statement from the Vatican, the pope required treatment for a significant buildup of mucus in his lungs and resulting spasm in the muscles of the respiratory tract. In the Gemelli Clinic in Rome, where he has now been for 19 days, two bronchoscopies were carried out to suction out secretions. In addition, non-invasive mechanical ventilation was resumed in the afternoon oe24.at reported.

Despite the serious situation, Pope Francis remained awake, oriented and cooperative throughout the treatment, according to doctors. However, the Vatican does not provide a detailed prognosis on his health, further increasing concerns about his regression. The pope had already experienced a similar acute respiratory crisis on Friday, and medical monitoring of his lung health had been intensified since his first hospitalization on February 14, initially due to persistent bronchitis. In another report by gala.de It was confirmed that Monday night went well, but the prognosis remains cautious according to the treating doctors.