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Franciscus (in Latin: Franciscus PP.), until his election Jorge Mario Bergoglio - Roman Pope since March 13 has been admitted to the Rome "Gemelli" hospital for pre-planned examinations, his spokesman Matteo Bruni said today in a short statement, quoted by BTA.

Earlier today, the 86-year-old pope took part in the weekly general audience and appeared to be in good health.

Pope Francisc

Francis (Latin: Franciscus PP.), until his election Jorge Mario Bergoglio - Pope of Rome since March 13 suffered from diverticulitis, a condition that can infect or inflame the colon, and in 2021 underwent surgery to remove part of the colon gut.

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Earlier this year, the holy father said that the condition had returned, and that it was causing him to gain weight, but that he was not overly concerned.

In addition, Francis has a problem with his knee and uses a cane or a wheelchair for his public appearances.

Pope Francisc

Francis (Latin: Franciscus PP.), until his election Jorge Mario Bergoglio - Pope of Rome since March 13 said last year in an interview with Reuters that he prefers not to undergo knee surgery because he does not want to repeat the long-term negative side effects effects of anesthesia after surgery in 2021.

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