ROME – The Pope was today treated for kidney failure as he remained in a "critical" condition after a ninth night in hospital.
A statement from the Vatican announced that laboratory tests had revealed initial “mild” signs of kidney failure, but doctors were able to get the problem “under control”.
The Pontiff was diagnosed with double pneumonia last week and his health deteriorated sharply on Saturday amid a prolonged respiratory crisis which also involved blood transfusions.
While his blood tests today showed slight improvement in his anaemia, his platelet count remains low and he is now is being treated for a slight renal insufficiency.
