We are currently undertaking essential building and improvement works. This may affect the usual layout and location of some patient areas.
To ensure continuity of care, certain patients have been temporarily relocated to Level 6.
Please check with our reception desk on Level 4 who will confirm the location of the person you wish to visit.
We apologise for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding.
Approximately 250,000 patients are admitted to Intensive Care in the UK every year.
Intensive Care Units (ICU) are specialised areas within a hospital. They look after patients whose conditions can be life-threatening and need constant, close monitoring and support from highly trained staff, specialist equipment and medication. There are many reasons why people may need care in ICU; These range from a planned admission for observation following a major operation, to supporting the function of major organs such as the lungs, heart and kidneys following a sudden illness or accident.
If you have a friend or relative on Penrose (General) or Pencarrow (Neurosurgical) our information booklet is available to download below.
