Difference Between a CCU and an ICU?

When it comes to hospital acronyms, a CCU can have several meanings. It can stand for a critical care unit, which is comparable to an intensive care unit (ICU).

Other variations of a CCU can include:

- CICU or CVICU - CCCU - ICCU - CSRU

cardiac, or cardiovascular care, CCUs provide intensive care to those with critical heart issues.

What types of health issues are managed in an ICU?

– have had a heart attack or stroke – have serious burns – can’t breathe on your own – have vital organ failure

The medical equipment in these units typically includes

– cardiac ultrasound – portable X-ray – blood flow meter – pulse oximeter – blood gas analyzer – dialysis machine