«The Pope this afternoon, after a morning spent alternating respiratory physiotherapy with prayer in the chapel, presented an isolated attack of bronchospasm which, however, determined an episode of vomiting with inhalation and a sudden worsening of the respiratory condition».

The Vatican press office announced this.

The Pope, it is added, "was promptly bronchoaspirated and started non-invasive mechanical ventilation, with a good response on gas exchange. The Pope has always remained alert and oriented, collaborating with the therapeutic maneuvers. The prognosis therefore remains reserved. In the morning he received the Eucharist."

(Online Union)

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