ICU

ICU

AASTAR Hospital Intensive Care Unit (ICU) Department

The Intensive Care Unit (ICU) Department at AASTAR Hospital is dedicated to providing comprehensive and critical care for patients with life-threatening conditions. Our team of highly skilled, board-certified intensivists, supported by state-of-the-art facilities and advanced diagnostic tools, ensures that patients receive the highest quality of care in a compassionate and supportive environment.

Services Offered

Critical Care Management

• Ventilatory Support
  • Services: Mechanical ventilation for patients with respiratory failure.
  • Types: Invasive and non-invasive ventilation options.
• Hemodynamic Monitoring
  • Services: Continuous monitoring of blood pressure, heart rate, and cardiac output.
  • Tools: Arterial lines, central venous catheters, and pulmonary artery catheters.
• Renal Support
  • Services: Continuous renal replacement therapy (CRRT) and intermittent hemodialysis.
  • Conditions Treated: Acute kidney injury and chronic kidney disease exacerbations.
• Nutritional Support
  • Services: Total parenteral nutrition (TPN) and enteral feeding.
  • Goal: Ensure adequate nutrition for critically ill patients.
• Sedation and Pain Management
  • Services: Administration of sedatives, analgesics, and neuromuscular blockers.
  • Goal: Ensure patient comfort and facilitate mechanical ventilation.

Specialized ICU Services

• Neurological ICU
  • Conditions Treated: Stroke, traumatic brain injury, and status epilepticus.
  • Monitoring Tools: Intracranial pressure monitoring and continuous EEG.
• Cardiac ICU
  • Conditions Treated: Myocardial infarction, heart failure, and cardiac arrest.
  • Supportive Care: Intra-aortic balloon pump (IABP) and extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO).
• Surgical ICU
  • Post-Operative Care: Monitoring and management of patients after major surgeries.
  • Conditions Treated: Complications from surgery, severe trauma, and sepsis.
• Pediatric ICU
  • Conditions Treated: Congenital anomalies, respiratory distress, and severe infections in children.
  • Specialized Care: Pediatric-specific ventilators and monitoring equipment.

Advanced Diagnostic and Monitoring Tools

• Imaging Services
  • Tools: Portable X-ray, ultrasound, CT scan, and MRI.
  • Purpose: Rapid and accurate diagnosis of critical conditions.
• Laboratory Services
  • Tests: Blood gas analysis, complete blood count, electrolytes, and more.
  • Purpose: Immediate availability of critical lab results.

Our Team

• Intensivists: Board-certified experts in critical care medicine.
• Critical Care Nurses: Highly trained nurses specialized in managing critically ill patients.
• Respiratory Therapists: Professionals skilled in managing ventilatory support and respiratory therapies.
• Pharmacists: Experts in critical care pharmacology to ensure safe and effective medication management.
• Dietitians: Specialists in providing nutritional support for critically ill patients.
• Multidisciplinary Team: Collaboration with surgeons, cardiologists, neurologists, and other specialists as needed.

Commitment to Quality and Safety

• Patient-Centered Care: Prioritizing patient needs and preferences, ensuring they are informed and comfortable with their treatment plans.
• Evidence-Based Practices: Staying updated with the latest research and treatment protocols to provide the best care.
• Continuous Improvement: Regular training and education for our staff to maintain high standards of practice and patient safety.

Patient and Family Support

• Family Involvement: Encouraging family participation in the care process and providing regular updates.
• Psychological Support: Counseling services for patients and their families to cope with the stress of critical illness.
• Discharge Planning: Coordinating with rehabilitation services and outpatient care for a smooth transition from the ICU.

Conclusion

The Intensive Care Unit (ICU) Department at AASTAR Hospital is dedicated to delivering exceptional critical care with a focus on patient safety, comfort, and successful outcomes. Our experienced team of specialists and state-of-the-art facilities ensure that patients receive the best possible care during their most critical times.