Pope Francis remains in critical condition, though he has not experienced further respiratory crises since Saturday evening, the Vatican Press Office reported Sunday night.
Medical tests show that his thrombocytopenia— a condition causing low platelet levels— remains stable. However, early signs of mild kidney failure have emerged, though they are currently under control.
The pope continues to receive high-flow oxygen therapy but remains alert and well-oriented. His prognosis is still reserved, the Vatican stated.
Despite his condition, Pope Francis attended mass with his caregivers on Sunday morning in a designated area on the 10th floor of Rome’s Agostino Gemelli Hospital.
He was admitted on February 14 after experiencing breathing difficulties. Initially treated for bronchitis, he was later diagnosed with pneumonia in both lungs. The Vatican confirmed Saturday evening that he had suffered a respiratory crisis and remains in critical condition.
