Pope Francis has had two episodes of “acute respiratory failure”, the Vatican has sadly announced.
The 88-yr-old has been in hospital since February 14th with a severe respiratory infection that has triggered other complications.
Vatican sources have announced that “it has been another hard day” and that the Pope’s “condition is still complex”.
The statement released to Sky said: “Today, the Holy Father presented two episodes of acute respiratory failure, caused by significant accumulation of endobronchial mucus and consequent bronchospasm.
“Two bronchoscopies were therefore performed with the need for aspiration of abundant secretions.
“In the afternoon, non-invasive mechanical ventilation was resumed. The Holy Father has always remained vigilant, oriented and collaborative.
“The prognosis remains reserved.”
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