# Hospitalization of Vittorio Sgarbi > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/hospitalization-of-vittorio-sgarbi > Updated: 2026-10-09T18:31:52.000Z. Sources: 44. Developments: 5. Italian art critic and former Undersecretary of Culture Vittorio Sgarbi, 74, remains in the intensive care unit at the Policlinico Gemelli in Rome following a sudden onset of severe respiratory failure. While his condition has been described as ‘critiche ma stabili’ (critical but stable), his medical situation remains highly complex. He has undergone a percutaneous tracheostomy to manage ongoing respiratory needs and facilitate long-term mechanical ventilation. His daughter, Evelina Sgarbi, has publicly contested the narrative that his health issues are primarily due to depression. Citing medical records, she stated that he suffers from serious organic pathologies, including a subclavian vein thrombosis that caused cerebral ischemia, as well as senile dementia. Evelina has raised concerns regarding potential medical negligence, alleging he was hospitalized too late, and criticized those close to him for allegedly exploiting his debilitated state during the summer. Further tensions have emerged regarding Sgarbi’s personal life and the accuracy of his medical documentation. Evelina has questioned a notation in his records labeling him as ‘married,’ suggesting this error may have influenced decision-making processes. She has also expressed significant friction with his partner, Sabrina Colle, regarding the management of his care and personal affairs. ## Timeline ### 2026-10-09: Vittorio Sgarbi remains in intensive care in Rome Art critic Vittorio Sgarbi is in intensive care in Rome. His daughter, Evelina, alleges serious underlying pathologies and questions the management of his care and personal affairs. 21 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/vittorio-sgarbi-undergoes-tracheostomy-at-gemelli-hospital ### 2026-10-07: Vittorio Sgarbi remains in critical but stable condition in Rome Art critic Vittorio Sgarbi remains in critical but stable condition at Rome's Gemelli Hospital. Presenter Caterina Balivo has called for respect for his privacy and family during this difficult time. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/vittorio-sgarbi-remains-in-critical-but-stable-condition-in-rome ### 2026-10-05: Vittorio Sgarbi remains in intensive care in Rome Vittorio Sgarbi remains in intensive care at Rome's Gemelli Hospital with respiratory failure. His condition is complex, with doctors unable to extubate him due to infection risks. 7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/vittorio-sgarbi-hospitalized-in-intensive-care-for-respiratory-failure ### 2026-10-03: Vittorio Sgarbi hospitalized in intensive care in Rome Art critic Vittorio Sgarbi is in intensive care at Rome's Gemelli Hospital due to respiratory failure, amid ongoing legal disputes with his daughter regarding his mental capacity. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/vittorio-sgarbi-hospitalized-in-intensive-care-in-rome ### 2026-09-30: Vittorio Sgarbi hospitalized in intensive care at Gemelli Art critic Vittorio Sgarbi is in intensive care at Rome's Gemelli Hospital due to respiratory failure. His condition is reported as critical but stable amid ongoing family legal disputes. 21 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/vittorio-sgarbi-admitted-to-intensive-care-in-rome --- Cite as: Hospitalization of Vittorio Sgarbi. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/hospitalization-of-vittorio-sgarbi