Pope Francis in stable condition, no need for mechanical ventilation

Pope Francis (File Photo: Catholic Church England and Wales/Flickr, CC BY-NC-ND 2.0 DEED)

By ANSA, Philippine News Agency

VATICAN CITY – Pope Francis remains in stable condition as he continues treatment for pneumonia at a Rome hospital, the Vatican announced Sunday.

The 88-year-old pontiff is receiving high-flow oxygen therapy but does not require a ventilator and has no fever, according to the latest medical update.

“The Pope’s clinical condition remains stable. He does not require non-invasive mechanical ventilation, only high-flow oxygen therapy, and he is afebrile,” the statement read.

Despite the complexity of his condition, doctors maintain a cautious prognosis.

On Sunday morning, Pope Francis attended Mass with his caregivers before spending the day alternating between rest and prayer.