JAKARTA - As a result of a polymicrobial infection, the medical team stated Pope Francis' condition was not life-threatening, even though the Catholic Church's supreme leader was still being treated at the Gemelli Hospital in Rome.
One of the doctors who oversaw the Pope's treatment, Professor Sergio Rightri, said that although the Pope's health condition was still serious, there was no immediate risk to his life.
"Has he recovered from danger? Not yet. But if the question is 'Is he in the threat of death?', the answer is 'no, "Obviouslyri said, quoted by ANTARA, Saturday, February 22.
The 88-year-old whale is being treated for pneumonia in both lungs. Francis needs periodic oxygen support, although he can breathe alone and eat without help.
His condition will continue to be closely monitored in the coming days to assess how his body responds to ongoing treatments.
Doctors think the Pope will remain hospitalized for at least next week.
The Vatican has asked for prayers for his recovery.
This is the fourth time the Argentine whale has been treated at Gemelli Hospital.
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In 2021, Pope Francis underwent colon surgery at the hospital. He was also treated for respiratory infection in 2023, and left the hospital after three days.
Fransiskus was then hospitalized a few months later to undergo stomach surgery due to hernia.
Pope Francis may resign if he faces serious challenges in fulfilling his duties, Cardinal Gianfranco Ravasi told Italian radio RTL 102.5 on Thursday (20/2).
"There is no doubt that, if he is in a situation where his ability to make direct contact is as he likes to be able to communicate directly, sharply, and firmly disturbed, then I am sure he can decide to resign," said Ravasi.
He stressed the Pope's enthusiasm to continue to struggle, but acknowledged the complexity of his health problems that had kept him hospitalized recently.
The Vatican head of state has been hospitalized several times in recent years, leading the public to speculate about his possible resignation.
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