NICU (Neonatal Intensive Care Unit)
The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) provides specialized care for newborns requiring advanced medical attention due to prematurity, low birth weight, congenital conditions, or birth complications. Equipped with state-of-the-art technology and managed by expert neonatologists, the NICU ensures every newborn receives compassionate, precise, and life-saving care from the very first moments of life.
Specialized Care & Treatments
- Advanced Respiratory Support – Ventilator and CPAP support for babies with breathing difficulties or underdeveloped lungs.
- Neonatal Monitoring Systems – Continuous monitoring of heart rate, oxygen, temperature, and vital signs to ensure stability.
- Parenteral & Enteral Nutrition – Customized feeding plans for premature or critically ill newborns to promote healthy growth.
- Phototherapy & Infection Control – Treatment for neonatal jaundice and sepsis prevention through strict hygiene protocols.
- Post-Surgical & Preterm Care – Specialized management for post-surgical recovery and premature babies with developmental needs.
Conditions Requiring NICU Admission
Common Symptoms in Newborns:
- Difficulty breathing or irregular heartbeat
- Low birth weight or premature delivery (before 37 weeks)
- Severe jaundice or bluish skin tone (cyanosis)
- Feeding difficulties or poor weight gain
Underlying Causes:
- Premature birth leading to organ immaturity
- Maternal health conditions such as diabetes or hypertension
- Birth asphyxia, infections, or congenital anomalies
- Multiple pregnancies (twins or triplets) requiring close monitoring
Family Support & Prevention
- Regular prenatal check-ups and early detection of high-risk pregnancies
- Ensuring maternal nutrition, vaccinations, and proper lifestyle during pregnancy
- Immediate post-delivery screening for early intervention and neonatal care
- Family counseling and support programs to ensure emotional well-being of parents