Surgical ICU vs HDU Care in Thane
Understanding Post-Operative Critical Care & Monitoring Systems
At Aayush Multispeciality Hospital – By Dr. Ankur Bhanushali
General, Laparoscopic, Laser & Daycare Surgery Specialist
What Is Post-Operative Critical Care?
After major or high-risk surgery, some patients require advanced monitoring and organ support beyond the regular ward. This care is provided in ICU (Intensive Care Unit) or HDU (High Dependency Unit).
Choosing the right level of care is crucial for patient safety and recovery.
Difference Between ICU and HDU – Explained Simply
ICU (Intensive Care Unit)
✔ For critically ill patients
✔ Continuous monitoring
✔ Ventilator support
✔ Invasive monitoring
✔ One-to-one nursing care
HDU (High Dependency Unit)
✔ For stable but high-risk patients
✔ Close monitoring
✔ Oxygen & medication support
✔ No ventilator (usually)
✔ Step-down care from ICU
Which Surgical Patients Need ICU Care?
✔ Emergency abdominal surgeries
✔ Intestinal perforation & sepsis
✔ Major bowel resections
✔ Elderly patients with comorbidities
✔ Post-operative shock
✔ Patients requiring ventilator support
Which Patients Are Shifted to HDU?
✔ Stable patients after major surgery
✔ High-risk patients needing observation
✔ Controlled medical conditions
✔ Post-ICU recovery phase
HDU acts as a bridge between ICU and general ward.
Monitoring in Surgical ICU & HDU
✔ Continuous ECG
✔ Blood pressure monitoring
✔ Oxygen saturation
✔ Urine output
✔ Blood sugar levels
✔ Blood gases (ICU)
This allows early detection of complications.
Common Post-Surgical Complications Managed in ICU/HDU
✔ Respiratory failure
✔ Sepsis
✔ Electrolyte imbalance
✔ Cardiac complications
✔ Bleeding
✔ Post-operative infections
Role of Multidisciplinary Team in Critical Care
✔ Surgeon
✔ Intensivist
✔ Anesthetist
✔ Trained ICU nurses
✔ Physiotherapist
Team-based care improves survival and recovery outcomes.
Pain Control & Early Recovery in ICU/HDU
✔ Controlled analgesia
✔ Early physiotherapy
✔ Chest physiotherapy
✔ Gradual mobilization
These steps prevent:
❌ Pneumonia
❌ Bed sores
❌ Blood clots
Decision-Making for ICU vs HDU Admission
Factors considered:
✔ Type of surgery
✔ Patient age
✔ Medical history
✔ Intra-operative events
✔ Hemodynamic stability
Dr. Ankur Bhanushali ensures appropriate level of care for every patient.
Aayush Multispeciality Hospital – Critical Care Facilities
✔ Fully equipped ICU
✔ HDU for step-down care
✔ 24×7 monitoring
✔ Emergency backup
✔ Infection-controlled environment
Aayush Multispeciality Hospital – Full Details
📌 1st Floor, Marigold Apartment, Almeda Road, Panch Pakhdi, Thane West – 400602, Maharashtra, India
📞 +91 86910 33033
🌐 https://drankurbhanushali.com
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📧 drankur.bhanushali@gmail.com
Dr. Ankur Surgical Clinic – Full Details
📌 Shop No 4, Laxmi Krupa Building, Edulji Road, Charai, Thane West – 400602, Maharashtra, India
📞 +91 86910 33066
🌐 https://bestsurgeoninthane.com
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Why Critical Care Matters After Surgery
🌟 Early complication detection
🌟 Better survival rates
🌟 Faster recovery
🌟 Reduced long-term complications
🌟 Peace of mind for families
