The Holy Father, in the early afternoon today, after a morning spent alternating between respiratory physiotherapy and prayer in the chapel, experienced an isolated bronchospasm crisis, which, however, led to a vomiting episode with inhalation and a rapid deterioration of his respiratory condition.
The Holy Father was immediately subjected to bronchial aspiration and started non-invasive mechanical ventilation, responding well in terms of gas exchange.
Throughout the process, the Holy Father remained alert and oriented, cooperating with therapeutic maneuvers.
His prognosis remains reserved.
In the morning, he received the Eucharist.