Critical Care & ICU: Round-the-Clock Life Support When Seconds Matter

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• Jul 19, 2025

<h2 data-pm-slice="1 1 []">Introduction: The ICU Difference</h2>

<p>In a medical crisis&mdash;sepsis, stroke, severe trauma, respiratory failure&mdash;the <strong>quality of intensive care</strong> can determine survival and long‑term outcome. Delhi Hospital&rsquo;s <strong>Critical Care &amp; ICU Department</strong> is designed for rapid stabilization, continuous monitoring, and evidence‑based interventions led by trained intensivists.</p>

<h2>Who Needs ICU Care?</h2>

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<p>Severe respiratory distress / ventilator support</p>
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<p>Post‑operative high‑risk cases (cardiac, neuro, trauma)</p>
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<p>Sepsis &amp; septic shock</p>
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<p>Head injury &amp; multi‑system trauma</p>
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<p>Uncontrolled diabetes with DKA/HHS</p>
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<p>Poisoning / overdose</p>
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<h2>ICU Infrastructure Highlights</h2>

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<p>Multi‑parameter bedside monitors</p>
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<p>Mechanical ventilators &amp; non‑invasive ventilation</p>
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<p>Central suction &amp; medical gas pipelines</p>
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<p>Infusion &amp; syringe pumps for precision dosing</p>
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<p>24x7 in‑house pathology, imaging &amp; blood bank access</p>
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<h2>Multidisciplinary Team Approach</h2>

<p>Critical illness rarely affects only one organ system. Our ICU coordinates with <strong>Anesthesiology, Internal Medicine, Pulmonology, Nephrology, Cardiology, and Surgery</strong> to deliver integrated care plans. Daily rounds ensure medication reconciliation, nutrition, infection control, and ventilator weaning strategies are aligned.</p>

<h2>Family Communication &amp; Visitation</h2>

<p>We believe informed families cope better. Structured briefing times, video updates (where approved), and clear escalation protocols help reduce anxiety during prolonged ICU stays.</p>

<h2>Infection Control Commitment</h2>

<p>ICU infection prevention&mdash;including line care bundles, ventilator‑associated pneumonia (VAP) reduction checklists, and antimicrobial stewardship&mdash;is central to our quality program.</p>