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VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Pope Francis underwent a CAT scan at Rome’s Gemelli Isola Hospital Nov. 25 to rule out pulmonary complications after canceling his morning appointments because of what the Vatican press office described as a slight flu.
The results of the CAT scan were negative, and the pope returned to his residence, the Domus Sancte Marthae, the Vatican press office said in a note sent to reporters on the Telegram messaging app.
The pope, who will celebrate his 87th birthday Dec. 17, had undergone surgery in 1957 to remove part of one of his lungs after suffering a severe respiratory infection. He has insisted the operation has had no lasting impact on his health.
But Pope Francis was hospitalized March 29-April 1for what doctors said was a “respiratory infection.” He tested negative for COVID-19.
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The results of the CAT scan were negative, and the pope returned to his residence, the Domus Sancte Marthae, the Vatican press office said in a note sent to reporters on the Telegram messaging app.
The pope, who will celebrate his 87th birthday Dec. 17, had undergone surgery in 1957 to remove part of one of his lungs after suffering a severe respiratory infection. He has insisted the operation has had no lasting impact on his health.
But Pope Francis was hospitalized March 29-April 1for what doctors said was a “respiratory infection.” He tested negative for COVID-19.
Flu symptoms, cancelled appointments
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Pope undergoes CAT scan to rule out lung problems
Pope Francis underwent a CAT scan at Rome's Gemelli Isola Hospital to rule out pulmonary complications after canceling his morning appointments.
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