This afternoon, after a morning spent alternating respiratory physiotherapy with prayer in the chapel, the Holy Father had an isolated attack of bronchospasm which, however, led to an episode of vomiting with inhalation and a sudden worsening of the respiratory condition. This is reported in the bulletin of the Holy See Press Office released this afternoon, February 28, on the state of health of the Pope, hospitalized for fourteen days at the Gemelli Polyclinic.

The Holy Father was quickly aspirated and non-invasive mechanical ventilation was started, with a good response in gas exchange. The Holy Father remained vigilant and conscious, collaborating in the therapeutic maneuvers. The prognosis therefore remains reserved. In the morning he received the Eucharist.