Advanced Pediatric Critical Care
PICU in Patiala
Our Pediatric Intensive Care Unit provides specialised care for critically ill children, with continuous monitoring, respiratory support, and a multidisciplinary team focused on stabilisation and ongoing critical care.
24×7 critical care for seriously ill or critically unstable children beyond the newborn period, supported by continuous monitoring, respiratory support, emergency stabilisation, and critical care interventions as clinically required.
What Sets Us Apart
Advanced Pediatric Critical Care Capabilities
The Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) at Dr. Vivneet Vardaan Hospital provides specialised monitoring and supportive care for critically ill children. Care is planned according to each child’s condition, with close observation and appropriate clinical management by the treating team.
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Severe Infections & Sepsis
Rapid assessment and appropriate treatment for children with severe infections or suspected sepsis.
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Respiratory
Failure
Respiratory support from oxygen to mechanical ventilation, based on clinical need.
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Severe
Pneumonia
Close monitoring and advanced respiratory support for serious lung infections.
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Serious Injuries & Accidents
Emergency stabilisation and critical care after major trauma.
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Seizures & Neurological Emergencies
Continuous monitoring and critical care support for children with seizures or acute neurological deterioration.
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Heart-Related Problems
Cardiac monitoring and critical care support for children with serious cardiovascular conditions.
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Post-Surgical Critical Care
Close observation and recovery support after major surgery.
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Organ Support & Critical Care
Continuous monitoring and organ-support measures for children with severe or life-threatening illness, according to their clinical needs.
Rapid Response
Pediatric Emergency Care
When a child arrives critically unwell after an accident, severe infection, or sudden deterioration, our team can assess the child, provide initial stabilisation, and determine whether PICU admission is required.
Immediate emergency evaluation on arrival
On-the-spot stabilisation for trauma and accidents
Rapid escalation to PICU when a child is critical
Seamless handover between emergency and critical care teams
What Sets Us Apart
Critical Care Services
Life-saving support and procedures are available for children who need them most.
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Respiratory Support
Respiratory support including supplemental oxygen, high-flow oxygen therapy, CPAP/BiPAP, and mechanical ventilation, based on clinical need.
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IV & Infusion Therapy
Continuous medication delivery through infusion pumps for precise dosing.
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Central & Arterial Access
Central venous and arterial access may be used when invasive monitoring, medication administration, or other critical-care needs require it.
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Nutrition & Fluid Support
Enteral feeding & intravenous fluid support to maintain nutrition & fluid balance in critical illness.
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Blood Transfusion
Transfusion support available as part of critical care when required.
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Emergency Procedures
Our team is equipped to act immediately as a child’s condition demands.
Advanced Pediatric Intensive Care
Monitoring and Ventilation
Our PICU in Patiala runs 24×7, with every child under continuous monitoring, from routine vitals to full ventilator support, so we can catch changes early and keep parents informed every step of the way. Respiratory support ranges from oxygen by mask or nasal cannula to high-flow oxygen, CPAP/BiPAP, and full mechanical ventilation through an endotracheal tube.
Heart rate & rhythm
Blood pressure
Level of consciousness
Blood sugar & relevant laboratory values
Temperature
Urine output & fluid balance
Ventilator support
Who Cares for Your Child
A multidisciplinary team, dedicated to critical care
Nurses trained in critical care
Respiratory therapists
Pharmacists
Physiotherapists
Nutrition & dietetics team
Our Services
Critical Care From Assessment to Follow-Up
Our pediatric critical care pathway is designed to support children from initial assessment and stabilisation through continuous monitoring, treatment, and follow-up.
Admission & Assessment
Immediate evaluation and a care plan built around your child, any time.
Continuous Monitoring
24×7 vitals, oxygen, neurological and fluid monitoring.
Honest Family Updates
Regular, honest updates on your child’s condition and progress.
Discharge & Follow-up
A carefully guided step-down process with ongoing pediatric follow-up
Admission Criteria
When your child may need the PICU.
Not every sick child needs intensive care, but early evaluation makes all the difference. Our team recommends PICU observation or admission for children showing any of the following:
Severe infection or suspected sepsis
Breathing difficulty or respiratory failure
Severe pneumonia
Serious injury or accident
Seizures or acute neurological deterioration
Serious cardiovascular complications
Instability after major surgery
