Pope Francis showing "early signs" of kidney failure, according to Vatican
The Holy See has announced that blood tests showed early signs of kidney failure in Pope Francis, who has been in hospital battling a complex lung infection for over a week.
Pope Francis suffering from early stage kidney failure, though condition remains 'under control': Vatican
Pope Francis remained in critical condition in an Italian hospital on Sunday, as officials shared that he is suffering from early-stage kidney failure amid his treatment for bilateral pneumonia.Francis,
Pope Francis showing early signs of kidney failure as Vatican reports 'slight improvement' in respiratory health
Pope Francis remains in hospital in a critical condition, with the Vatican saying he has presented a "slight improvement".
Vatican issues new update on Pope Francis’ health after warning he’s in critical condition & suffering kidney failure
THE Vatican has issued an update on Pope Francis’ health after being described as in a critical condition over the weekend. The Pontiff is said to have had a peaceful tenth night in hospital
Pope Francis in critical condition with early kidney failure but remains alert as prayers pour in
In a late update, the Vatican said Francis hadn’t had any more respiratory crises since Saturday night but was still receiving high flows of supplemental oxygen.
Pope Francis remains in critical condition with early kidney failure, Vatican says
Pope Francis remains hospitalized after a complex lung infection caused early kidney insufficiency, the Vatican said. CBS News' Seth Doane reports.
The Vatican shares new update on Pope Francis in ‘critical condition’ with ‘early kidney failure’
In a brief statement shared on Monday morning by the Holy See Press Office, it read: "The night went well; the Pope slept and is resting”
Pope Francis In Critical Condition With 'Mild' Kidney Failure, Vatican Says
The Vatican has reported that Pope Francis remains in critical condition as of Sunday, battling pneumonia and a complex lung infection. The 88-year-old pontiff's condition has taken a turn for the worse, with blood tests showing early signs of kidney failure, though he remains alert and responsive.
Pope Francis shows slight improvement and resumes some work, while still critical, Vatican says
The Vatican says Pope Francis remains in critical condition but has shown slight improvement in laboratory tests
Pope Francis shows 'slight improvement,' is working from hospital, Vatican says
Pope Francis is being treated for double pneumonia and recent blood tests also revealed "mild renal insufficiency."
Pope's Condition Is Slightly Improving, Vatican Says
Pope Francis' condition has slightly improved, the Vatican said in a medical update on Monday, adding that his "slight" kidney problem was not a cause for concern. (Reporting by Alvise Armellini, editing by Crispian Balmer) Copyright 2025 Thomson Reuters.
Pope Francis Health Update Issued After Early Kidney Failure Detected
The pontiff's condition is touch-and-go, given his age, fragility and pre-existing lung disease, according to doctors.
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