Coronary care unit

Coronary Care Unit (CCU) is a hospital ward specialized in the care of patients with heart attacks, unstable angina, cardiac dysrhythmia and (in practice) various other cardiac conditions that require continuous monitoring and treatment.

Overview

The Coronary Care Unit (CCU or sometimes Cardiac ICU) is a hospital ward that is specialized in the care of patients with heart conditions. These conditions include heart attacks, unstable angina, cardiac dysrhythmia and other cardiac conditions that require continuous monitoring and treatment.

History

The first CCU was opened by Dayton Heart Hospital in Dayton, Ohio in 1962. The idea was to group the acutely ill cardiac patients into one unit for the purpose of study, teaching, and improved patient care. The concept was rapidly adopted throughout the United States and then worldwide.

Function

The CCU has a number of functions. It provides continuous monitoring of heart activity for patients, and is equipped with advanced medical technology to assist in the diagnosis and treatment of cardiac conditions. The staff in the CCU are specially trained in cardiac care and are able to respond quickly to changes in a patient's condition.

Staff

The staff in a CCU typically includes cardiologists, nurses, cardiac care technicians, and sometimes respiratory therapists. These professionals work together to provide comprehensive care for patients with cardiac conditions.

See Also

• Intensive Care Unit
• Cardiology
• Cardiac Surgery
• Heart Attack
• Angina Pectoris

References

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