Pope Francis remains in critical condition following a severe respiratory crisis on Saturday morning, the Holy See Press Office announced.
The 87-year-old pontiff experienced an “asthma-like episode of prolonged intensity,” requiring high-flow oxygen support, according to the medical update issued by the press office.
Blood tests later confirmed thrombocytopenia, a low platelet count associated with anemia, necessitating blood transfusions, the update stated.
Despite these complications, Pope Francis remained alert and spent the day seated in an armchair, though he appeared more uncomfortable than the day before. His prognosis remains guarded, the update added.
