Update on Pope Francis's Condition

Current Status

• Condition: Critical but alert
• Date of Update: February 24, Manila time

Respiratory Health

• No more respiratory crises since February 23
• Receiving high flows of supplemental oxygen

Kidney Health

• Blood tests indicate initial mild kidney failure, but it is under control

Platelet Count

• Decreased platelet count detected on February 23 is stable
• Importance: Platelets aid in blood clotting to stop bleeding and assist in wound healing

Prognosis

• Recovery chance remains guarded
• Challenges due to complex clinical situation
• Treatment results are still pending

Main Threat

• Sepsis: A serious infection of the blood, risk due to pneumonia complication
• Chronic Conditions: Pope Francis has chronic lung disease and is susceptible to bronchitis, especially in winter.

Recent Hospitalization

• Admitted to the hospital on February 14 after bronchitis worsened over a week.