ICU Bedside Dialysis is a service provided in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) for patients with kidney failure who require dialysis while remaining in the ICU for critical care.

Patients may need bedside dialysis if they have acute kidney injury or chronic kidney disease that requires dialysis while they are critically ill or unstable.

Bedside dialysis is performed using specialized equipment and techniques to remove waste products and excess fluids from the blood while the patient remains in the ICU.

Bedside dialysis allows for continuous monitoring and treatment of critically ill patients without needing to transport them to a separate dialysis unit, which can be safer and more convenient.

Risks include infection, bleeding, and complications related to the dialysis procedure. The ICU team closely monitors patients to manage and minimize these risks.

An ICU with Ventilator Services provides specialized care for critically ill patients requiring mechanical ventilation to assist with breathing and support vital functions.

Mechanical ventilation is used for patients who cannot breathe adequately on their own due to severe respiratory failure, trauma, or other critical conditions.

The duration of stay varies based on the patient’s condition and response to treatment. Some may stay for a few days, while others may require longer care.

Patients in the ICU receive continuous monitoring and care from a multidisciplinary team. You may have various medical devices and be closely observed for vital signs.

Yes, family members are often involved in discussions about care decisions. They can communicate with the healthcare team to understand the patient’s condition and treatment plan.

It’s a medical specialty focusing on women’s health, including pregnancy (obstetrics) and the female reproductive system (gynaecology).

OB-GYNs provide a wide range, from routine checkups and preventive care to pregnancy care, childbirth, minimally invasive surgery, and treatment for various gynaecological conditions.

Schedule your first well-woman exam at 13-15 and regularly throughout your life. See an OB-GYN for any concerns about reproductive health, menstruation, or pregnancy planning.

These include irregular periods, pelvic pain, abnormal bleeding, vaginal discharge, and difficulty with urination or intercourse.

Depending on your needs, OB-GYNs use tests like Pap smears, pelvic exams, ultrasounds, blood tests, and biopsies.