Rome [Italy], June 14: Almost a week after his extensive abdominal surgery, Pope Francis' recovery is proceeding well, the Vatican said.The 86-year-old slept well Monday night and results from his blood tests were normal, Holy See spokesman Matteo Bruni said on Tuesday. The head of the Catholic Church continues to undergo physiotherapy for breathing at Rome's Gemelli hospital.
In the morning, Pope Francis worked, read and prayed in his private chapel, Matteo reported. The Pope had surgery for an intestinal obstruction under general anaesthesia last Wednesday. According to the surgeon, the operation was successful. During his recovery, the pope began working in his papal flat on the 10th floor of the hospital and, according to the Vatican, also took his first steps again. (DPA)
Source: Qatar Tribune
