A greater likelihood of ventilation was also associated with being less than 12 years old, being from the northeast, obesity (OR, 1.9; 95% CI 1.7–2.2; P<.01), weight loss, and anemia.

Pope Francis needs non-invasive mechanical ventilation in nighttime The 88-year-old pontiff has been receiving treatment at Rome’s Gemelli hospital since February 14 after being diagnosed with ...

Pope Francis’ condition is stable, with no non-invasive ventilation required, the press service of the Holy See said. "Today, too, the Holy Father's clinical condition has remained stable.

As scheduled, tonight, he will resume non-invasive mechanical ventilation until tomorrow morning." "The prognosis remains guarded," it added, TASS reported. The 88-year-old pontiff has been receiving ...