The Holy See Press Office provided a medical update on Pope Francis Sunday evening, saying his condition remains critical but he had not experienced any more respiratory crises.
The statement said:
“The condition of the Holy Father remains critical, but since yesterday evening, he has not experienced any further respiratory crises.
“He received two units of concentrated red blood cells with beneficial effects, and his hemoglobin levels have risen.
“The thrombocytopenia remains stable; however, some blood tests show early, mild renal insufficiency, which is currently under control.
“High-flow oxygen therapy continues through nasal cannulas.
“The Holy Father remains alert and well-oriented.
“The complexity of the clinical situation and the necessary time for the pharmacological treatments to show results require that the prognosis remain guarded.
“This morning, in the apartment on the tenth floor, he participated in the Holy Mass, together with those who have been taking care of him during these days of hospitalization.”
Last week, the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops asked the faithful to pray for Pope Francis as he continues receiving medical care in hospital.
Bishop William T. McGrattan, president of the CCCB, expressed the Canadian bishops’ solidarity with the Pope.
“I wish to assure the faithful of Canada that I am united with my brother Bishops in praying for the full recovery of the Holy Father, Pope Francis, as he continues to lead the Church with courage and a generosity of spirit,” he said.
He encouraged individuals, families, and parishes across Canada to pray for the Pope, invoking Mary’s intercession for his strength and healing.
