Pope Francis was described as being in stable condition today following a respiratory spasm two days ago, with the Vatican saying the mechanical ventilation he had been receiving has now been removed.
A statement on 2 March from the Vatican said, “the clinical conditions of the Holy Father continued to be stable also today; the Pope no longer needs non-invasive mechanical ventilation, but only high-level oxygen therapy.”
Francis does not have a fever, and spent the afternoon alternating between prayer and rest after participating in Mass on Sunday morning alongside those caring for him during his hospital stay.
