Pope Francis’ Near-Death Crisis Revealed as Recovery Continues

Doctors disclose critical moments during the Pope's hospitalization, as he begins a two-month convalescence under medical supervision.

Pope Francis faced a life-threatening health crisis on February 28, with doctors considering halting treatment after a severe bronchospasm caused him to inhale vomit.
The medical team ultimately chose aggressive treatment despite risks to his kidneys and bone marrow, a decision supported by the Pope's personal health assistant, Massimiliano Strappetti.
After 38 days of hospitalization for double pneumonia, Pope Francis was discharged on March 23 and is now recovering at Casa Santa Marta under 24-hour medical care.
The Vatican has advised a two-month recovery period with respiratory and physical therapy, and the Pope's participation in Holy Week and a meeting with King Charles III remains uncertain.
Doctors credit global prayers and the Pope's cooperative nature for his recovery during two critical moments, described as near-miraculous by his care team.