Pope Francis Died from a Stroke and Irreversible Heart Failure, Vatican Reveals

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Pope Francis' Cause of Death Revealed by Vatican

Pope Francis died officially due to cerebral stroke, coma and irreversible cardiac arrest, the Vatican has said in a statement.

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Pope Francis' cause of death announced as first Latin American pope dies aged 88

The cause of his death was announced this evening as a Rosary prayer began in St Peter’s Square, Vatican City, in its first public commemoration following Pope Francis’s death.

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Pope Francis' cause of death shared as late pontiff went into coma

The cause of Pope Francis’ death was a cerebral stroke that led to a coma and irreversible heart failure, the Vatican has said.

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Pope Francis' Cause of Death Revealed 1 Day After His Final Surprise Appearance for Easter

Pope Francis died at 7:35 a.m. local time on Monday, April 21. The 88-year-old had been hospitalized for 38 days due to double pneumonia. Hours before his death, Francis delivered his yearly address for Easter through Cardinal Angelo Comastri.

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Pope Francis's cause of death after life of health problems

Pope Francis had suffered with a number of health problems since the age of 21. Had part of one lung removed due to a severe infection (likely pneumonia or a lung cyst) He also suffered from chronic sciatica, a painful nerve condition that often made walking difficult, and would sometimes cancel events.

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Pope Francis cause of death revealed as Vatican issues statement

Vatican has revealed the cause of death of Pope Francis as stroke and heart failure. Officials confirmed earlier His Holiness was pronounced dead at 7.35am this morning. The 88-year-old pontiff had been battling poor health since February 14. He was diagnosed with a respiratory tract infection, pneumonia in both lungs, and mild kidney failure.

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Pope Francis died of stroke and irreversible heart failure, Vatican says

Pope Francis died of a stroke and irreversible heart failure, Vatican says. He asked to be buried at the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore in Rome. He also arranged for an unnamed benefactor to cover the costs of the burial. The pope's spiritual testament has been published by the Vatican.

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Pope Francis, First Latin American Pontiff, Dies At 88

Pope Francis, the first pontiff from Latin America who captivated the world with his humble approach and dedication to the poor, has died at the age of 88.

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Pope Francis Possible Cause of Death Revealed

Pope Francis has died at the age of 88, the Vatican announced Monday. The cause of death is believed to have been a cerebral hemorrhage. The pontiff had been suffering from respiratory issues and double pneumonia. He was reportedly advised to rest for at least two months, but resumed public duties.

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How did Pope Francis die? Details on hospitalization and health conditions

The pope's official cause of death has not yet been announced. He'd been wheelchair-bound since experiencing complications with his lungs and being hospitalized for treatment in February. The day before his death, on Easter Sunday, the pope offered blessings to worshippers from his wheelchair in St. Peter's Square.

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Pope Francis' cause of death has been revealed by the Vatican

The Vatican said Francis died of a cerebral stroke that put him into a coma and led to irreversible heart failure. The full causes of death were listed as cerebral stroke, coma and "irreversible cardiocirculatory collapse" He was history’s first Latin American pontiff who charmed the world with his humble style.

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Pope Francis Cause of Death Revealed

Pope Francis died from a stroke and a heart issue. The Pope wanted to be buried at the Papal Basilica of Saint Mary Major in Rome. He was hospitalized in February for double pneumonia and bronchitis. He also had a heart attack on April 14, 2013.

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Vatican confirm Pope's cause of death in new statement

Pontiff 'passed away peacefully', according to his doctors. He reportedly woke up when his alarm went off at 6am, fell ill at 7am and died from a stroke at 7.35am. The cerebral stroke led to a coma and irreversible heart failure, a death certificate says.

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Pope Francis' cause of death confirmed as Vatican issues statement

Pope Francis died of a cerebral stroke and heart failure, the Vatican has said. The Pope suffered with several health issues in the years leading up to his death. The news came just the morning after he appeared yesterday, Easter Sunday, at the Vatican's St Peter's Square where he wished "Happy Easter"

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Pope's 'cause of death' is revealed

Pope Francis died on Easter Monday aged 88 after dedicating his 'entire life' to serving God and the Church. His body will lie in state in St Peter's Basilica during an official mourning period. He will be buried in the basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore in Rome's Esquilino neighbourhood.

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