Clinical
Subspecialties
Cardiothoracic
Critical Care Unit
The Loyola
University Cardiothoracic Surgery ICU is a 16-bed unit staffed
around the clock by faculty of both the Department of Anesthesiology
and Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery. A resident and fellow
representing each department is on call at any time of the day
or night, as well as a full staff of specialized nurses and respiratory
therapists.
Loyola is
the regional referral center for the most critically ill and challenging
cardiac surgery cases. In addition, it is a major center in the
Midwest for both heart and lung transplants.
Areas of
specialization include the management of transplants, pre-and
post-op coronary bypass, valve, and lung surgeries. We also have
extensive experience in the management of advanced cases such
as ventricular assist devices, nitric oxide therapy and total
artificial hearts.
Management
of postop problems such as bleeding, sepsis and organ failure
is accomplished by a team approach involving consultants from
every department. Physical, occupational and speech therapists,
as well as nutritionists, pharmacists and social workers insure
that every aspect of the patients recovery and ultimate discharge
is integrated.
