Abstract
Background When compared with open care model, a closed one improves patient care in intensive care units (ICUs), mixed ICUs, surgical ICUs and trauma centers. We wanted to evaluate the benefit of a collaborative care model in highly specialized cardiovascular care unit. Methods This study was a retrospective, observational study conducted in the cardiovascular care unit of a teaching hospital. All patients who were above 20 years old and had received cardiovascular operation were enrolled for data collection and analysis. Results A total of 270 subjects were enrolled for analysis during the 2-year study period. In the collaborative care model, the CVSU length of stay (p = 0.001) and CVSU-free days (p = 0.0008) were significantly better than those in an open care model. Discussion The collaborative care model improved postoperative outcome in the cardiovascular surgical unit for those needing prolonged ICU care.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages (from-to) | 64-69 |
| Number of pages | 6 |
| Journal | Journal of the Chinese Medical Association |
| Volume | 81 |
| Issue number | 1 |
| DOIs | |
| Publication status | Published - Jan 1 2018 |
| Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- Cardiovascular surgery
- Collaborative care model
- Intensive care unit
- Intensivist
- Open care model
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- General Medicine
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