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About The ICU

The Intensive Care Unit (ICU) at Mahatma Gandhi Medical College & Hospital (MGMCH) in Jaipur is one of the most advanced critical care facilities in Rajasthan. Equipped with state-of-the-art technology, the ICU provides comprehensive care to patients with life-threatening conditions. It houses the most advanced Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy (CRRT) machines and other cutting-edge equipment to support the critical needs of patients.

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Intensive Care Unit Team

Most of the patients admitted in ICUs are critically ill or diagnosed with potentially life-threatening cases. ICU is an ideal ward for critical accident cases, patients healing from major surgeries, or patients experiencing a sudden decline in health.

The ICU team consists of highly trained professionals who specialize in critical care medicine, ensuring that patients receive round-the-clock monitoring and support. The team is dedicated to providing personalized, compassionate care, utilizing the latest medical protocols and technology. Collaborative and multidisciplinary in its approach, the team works together to deliver optimal outcomes for patients with severe illnesses or injuries, ensuring their recovery in the safest and most efficient manner.

As the largest ECMO centre in the region, the ICU at MGMCH plays a pivotal role in handling complex cases that require extracorporeal life support. The team’s commitment to excellence in patient care has established the ICU as a leader in critical care across Rajasthan.

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Total Number of ICU Beds - 274

Who Gets Care in an ICU?

Requirements for admission into an ICU. ICU care is generally prescribed to patients with potential or current organ failure. However, the following factors play an important role in determining whether a patient requires ICU care or not.

  • Diagnosis
  • Illness severity
  • Prognosis and anticipated quality of life
  • Treatment availability
  • Response to treatment so far

Other considerations like the patient’s age, coexisting conditions, physiological reserve, and personal wishes are also taken into account while prescribing the ICU care.

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When is intensive care needed?

An immediate call for attention is made to the ICU staff if the patient’s condition is similar to any of the situations listed below

  • An obstructed or threatened airway
  • Respiratory arrest
  • A respiratory rate between 8 and 40 breaths per minute
  • Cardiac arrest
  • A pulse that’s less than 40 or greater than 140 beats per minute
  • Repeated or extended seizures

The intensive care is offered to a patient with these or another cause that raises concerns.

What Does ICU Care Involve?

A detailed check on the vitals of a patient is a must in ICU care. Each ICU at MGMCH is equipped to facilitate thorough monitoring of the patient’s heart rate, blood pressure, respiratory rate, blood oxygen levels, urinary output, and temperature. Typical equipment in an ICU. A basic ICU contains equipment for monitoring all of the vitals mentioned above. Apart from that, an ICU requires equipment like

  • Feeding tubes
  • Catheters to drain urine
  • Ventilators to help patients breath
  • Drain tubes to remove blood or fluid buildup
  • Intravenous (IV) tubes to provide fluid, nutrition, and medication

Common drugs in an ICU. Numerous patients in an Intensive Care Unit (ICU) are administered analgesic medications or sedatives. These substances aim to alleviate symptoms associated with their medical condition or any discomfort induced by the medical apparatus.

Close monitoring. There is typically one nurse for every one or two patients in the ICU. This lets the ICU staff closely monitor all patients closely.

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No. of Beds

Sr. No. Name of ICU Beds  
1 MICU 1 14 General Medicine, Respiratory Medicine, Neurology, Medical Gastroenterology, Medical Oncology
2 MICU 2 09 General Medicine, Respiratory Medicine, Neurology, Medical Gastroenterology, Medical Oncology
3 MICU 3 09 General Medicine, Respiratory Medicine, Neurology, Medical Gastroenterology, Medical Oncology
4 SICU 14 Post Op patients, Onco Surgery, General Surgery, Gastro Surgery, Nephrology, Urology, Orthopaedics, OBGY
5 HPB ICU 08 Surgical Gastro. , HPB & HPB Sx.
6 Neuro Surgical ICU 13 Neurology & Neurosurgery
6 General ICU l - A & l - B 24 General Medicine, General Surgery Respiratory Medicine , Orthopaedics, Oncology
  Total Bed 91  

As the largest ECMO centre in the region, the ICU at MGMCH plays a pivotal role in handling complex cases that require extracorporeal life support. The team’s commitment to excellence in patient care has established the ICU as a leader in critical care across Rajasthan.

What to Expect as a Visitor

Paying a visit to a cherished family member in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) can prove to be quite daunting and emotionally challenging. Nevertheless, there exist measures one can take to ready oneself for such an encounter.

Understand the visiting restrictions

ICUs in the United Kingdom generally maintain adaptable visiting hours, although several impose restrictions to prevent the spread of contagions. It is advisable to examine the visiting hours of the specific ICU to acquaint oneself with any prevailing restrictions.

Certain ICUs may impose constraints on the quantity of visitors permitted. Therefore, visitors should coordinate their visits with the patient's family and friends to prevent overwhelming their loved ones and to adhere to the ICU's guidelines.

Protect yourself and others

The ICU will request that each visitor must cleanse or sanitise their hands to avert potential infection. They will also limit the items that can be bought with a visitor.

If a visitor is unwell or sick, they must refrain from visiting the ICU. The patients are in critical condition, and one must avoid jeopardising their health.

Know what you may see

A patient in the ICU will be linked to various devices through tubes and wires. They might appear drowsy or disoriented due to certain medications, making a visit emotionally charged.

What to Expect as a Patient

The patient's experience in intensive care will vary depending on the reason for admission. The ICU represents a highly functional operational environment situated within a sterile area, replete with a plethora of equipment. The cacophony of sounds, distinct odours, various machines, and the heightened level of activity can prove overwhelming for both patients and their visitors.

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Constant digital monitoring is undertaken through various devices and by the vigilant staff. The patient becomes well-acquainted with the attending nurses and doctors. Provided the patient is awake and communicative, they retain the autonomy to make decisions regarding their care. If the patient is unconscious, sedated, or unable to make decisions, their immediate family assumes the responsibility of making decisions on their behalf. Alternatively, in emergencies, the ICU staff may need to make decisions in the best interest of the patient. Patients undergoing treatment with sedatives, painkillers, and other medications may experience drowsiness. However, the ICU staff diligently ensures that the patient is kept as comfortable as possible.

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ICU Support Services

The intensive care unit (ICU) personnel are aware that this period can be demanding for individuals. This is why the ICUs at MGMCH provide assistance services for patients and their families. We ensure that a family is supported in the right manner when their loved one is in a critical stage during their journey of medical wellness.

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