Pope Francis to stay in hospital because of ‘complex clinical picture’
Pope Francis to stay in hospital because of ‘complex clinical picture’

Vatican statement says pontiff, 88, is being treated for a polymicrobial infection of the respiratory tract

Summary
Pope Francis, 88, remains hospitalized in Rome due to a worsening respiratory infection, described by the Vatican as a “complex clinical picture.”
Admitted on Friday with bronchitis, he was diagnosed with a polymicrobial respiratory infection, requiring changes to his treatment.
The pope has struggled with health issues in recent years, including past hospitalizations for bronchitis and surgery.