ICU admission

What does "ICU admission" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

ICU admission refers to the process of admitting a patient into the Intensive Care Unit of a hospital. This is a special department that provides care for people who are very ill or have severe health conditions. Patients are usually admitted to the ICU when they need close monitoring and high-level medical care. The decision to admit a patient to the ICU is made by a doctor based on the patient's health condition.

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