Pope Francis is experiencing an improvement in his health condition after 32 days of hospitalization at the Gemelli hospital in Rome due to respiratory problems. According to Vatican sources, the Pope's doctors have observed 'slight improvements' in his condition, which has allowed them to reduce the flow of oxygen necessary for his therapy. Despite this, the pontiff remains in the hospital with a stable situation.
The Holy See released the first photo of the Argentine Pope in the hospital, participating in a mass in the chapel of the private apartment for popes on the tenth floor of the hospital. In the image, Francis was not wearing the nasal cannulas he usually uses to receive high-flow oxygen during the day, although he continues to use mechanical ventilation at night.
Doctors have reported that the Pope, for the first time, can do without nasal cannulas for short transfers and situations like going to the chapel. Although he still requires high flows of oxygen, an improvement is observed in his ability to alternate between lower flows. Additionally, the inflammation he had has been reduced thanks to motor physiotherapy.
Francis, 88 years old, was hospitalized on February 14 due to bilateral pneumonia and has gone through four difficult crises, although in recent weeks he has experienced a significant improvement, coming out of 'imminent danger.' Due to his stable condition, doctors have decided not to issue a daily medical bulletin about his health, but one is expected on Tuesday or Wednesday.
