Biafra Hospital ICU & HDU (Critical Care) Services
Advanced, round-the-clock care for patients who require close monitoring and specialised medical support.
Critical Care Services
Our Intensive Care Unit (ICU) and High Dependency Unit (HDU) are designed to provide advanced, round-the-clock care for patients who require close monitoring and specialised medical support.
The units are equipped with modern critical care technology to support patients with severe or life-threatening conditions, within a safe environment that promotes healing and recovery.
Critical Care, Around the Clock
Our ICU and HDU play a vital role in stabilising critically ill patients, supporting recovery and ensuring a high standard of critical care at every stage.
Our ICU & HDU (Critical Care) Services Include
Advanced Patient Monitoring
- Continuous monitoring of vital signs to detect and respond to changes promptly
Ventilatory & Life Support
- Support for patients with severe respiratory or organ failure
High Dependency Care (HDU)
- Enhanced observation for patients who need close monitoring short of full ICU care
Post-Surgical & Emergency Care
- Critical monitoring and support for patients recovering from major surgery or emergencies
Why Choose Our ICU & HDU (Critical Care) Department?
- Skilled and experienced critical care team
- Modern equipment for intensive monitoring and life support
- Safe, clean and controlled care environment
- Seamless coordination with emergency and other hospital services
Admission to Critical Care
Admission to ICU/HDU is coordinated by our clinical team based on medical need.
- A referring doctor (often from Emergency or Surgery) assesses the need for critical care.
- Our critical care team prepares for admission and briefs the family where possible.
- The patient is closely monitored throughout their stay, with regular family updates.
Yes, though visiting hours in ICU/HDU are more limited than general wards to protect patient recovery — our nursing staff will advise you on the current schedule.
Admission is based on clinical assessment by the treating doctor, typically following emergency care or major surgery.