The Intensive Coronary Care Unit (ICCU) is a specialized department within our hospital dedicated to the
comprehensive care and management of patients with critical cardiac conditions.
The I.C.C.U ward is an 8-bedded unit, with state-of-the-art and life-saving instruments including a
defibrillator, External Pacing, Ventilator, Multipara bedside monitors, infusion pumps, ECG machines,
etc., and plays a pivotal role in providing immediate and specialized medical attention to individuals
experiencing severe heart-related issues.
The department also caters to the facilities of:
- Daily Cardiac OPD
- Holter monitoring
- Echocardiography & 2D Echo with Color Doppler
- TMT
Key Features of the ICCU Ward:
- Specialized Cardiac Care: The ICCU is equipped with advanced medical
technology and staffed by a multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals, including cardiologists,
nurses, and support staff, all trained in the management of acute cardiac conditions.
- Emergency Response: The ICCU is designed to respond promptly to emergencies
such as heart attacks, severe arrhythmias, and other life-threatening cardiac events. The team is
well-prepared to initiate life-saving interventions and stabilize patients in critical conditions.
- Continuous Monitoring: Patients in the ICCU receive continuous
monitoring of vital signs, including heart rate, blood pressure, and oxygen levels. Advanced
monitoring systems enable healthcare providers to closely track changes in a patient's condition
and intervene as necessary.
- Diagnostic Capabilities: The ICCU is equipped with advanced diagnostic
tools such as electrocardiography (ECG), echocardiography, and cardiac catheterization to accurately
assess the extent of cardiac damage and formulate appropriate treatment plans.
- Pharmacological Interventions: The ICCU team is skilled in administering
and adjusting medications to manage pain, control blood pressure, and address other cardiac-related
issues. Medication regimens are personalized based on each patient's unique needs.
- Postoperative Care: For patients who have undergone cardiac surgeries or
interventions, the ICCU provides specialized postoperative care to ensure a smooth recovery process.
This includes close monitoring of vital signs and managing potential complications.
- Collaborative Approach: The ICCU emphasizes a collaborative approach,
with healthcare professionals working closely to provide comprehensive care. This may involve
consultations with specialists from other medical disciplines to address concurrent health
issues.
- Patient and Family Support: Recognizing cardiac emergencies' emotional and psychological
impact, the ICCU provides support services for patients and their families. This may include counseling,
lifestyle modification education, and post-discharge care guidance.