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Pope still in critical condition with signs of ‘mild’ kidney failure, Vatican says

People, including nuns, gathered on Sunday to pray for Pope Francis near the entrance of the hospital in Rome where he is being treated.Credit...James Hill for The New York Times

People, including nuns, gathered on Sunday to pray for Pope Francis near the entrance of the hospital in Rome where he is being treated.Credit...James Hill for The New York Times

CNN — Pope Francis remains in critical condition, with blood tests showing mild signs of kidney failure “which is currently under control,” the Vatican said Sunday, as the 88-year-old pontiff battles pneumonia in both his lungs.

It added that Francis, who was hospitalized over a week ago, has not shown further respiratory crises since Saturday evening.

Some of his blood tests indicate “an initial, mild, renal failure, which is currently under control,” the Vatican said, adding that the pope continues to be “vigilant and well oriented.”

The pope was first admitted to a clinic in Rome 10 days ago, undergoing tests for a respiratory tract infection. He was later diagnosed with pneumonia.

Faith leaders and worshippers around the world have gathered to pray for the Argentine leader, whose schedule has been largely cleared due to his intensive medical treatment.

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Author: Editors Desk, Antonia Mortensen and Hira Humayun, CNN

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