Francis is being treated for pneumonia, a complex infection and kidney problems that have left him in critical condition.
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Pope Francis resting on day 10 in hospital for lung infection that led to early stages of kidney insufficiency
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Pope is awake, resting on 10th day of hospitalization after early stages of kidney problem detected
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Pope Francis still in critical condition on 10th day of hospitalization, Vatican says, tying longest of his papacy
Pope Francis remains in critical condition, according to the Vatican, with blood tests showing mild signs of kidney failure “which is currently under control,” the Vatican said Sunday, as the 88-year-old pontiff battles pneumonia in both his lungs.
Pope Francis, in critical condition battling double pneumonia, had a "good" night in hospital, slept and is resting, the Vatican said on Monday.
The Vatican described his condition as critical for the first time on Saturday, reporting that the 88-year-old Francis needed supplemental oxygen and blood transfusions after a "prolonged asthma-like respiratory crisis.
Pope Francis revealed during a 2022 interview that he signed a letter of resignation to be used in case of health issues about six months after being elected to the papacy.
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The Vatican has detailed laws and rituals to ensure the transfer of power when a pope dies or resigns, but not when he is sick
Pope Francis has been in hospital for 11 days, with recent blood tests show early, mild kidney failure after he experienced a respiratory crisis.
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