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How long can a 91 year old survive ICU

2024-02-03 14:45:25
Hi doctors, My grandfather has been in ICU for 30 days, his age is 91. He was admitted because he was taking long breaths, since then he is in ICU. He also talked to us  in between but was not shifted to the General ward. Why? I have taken leave from my work to look after him but I can't take it for  long. Can someone please tell me that for how long can a person survive in ICU? Shouldn't a person be shifted to General Ward when their condition improves?
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Shifting from ICU to General Ward depends on a lot of parameters. All of them needs detailed evaluation before transferring to General Ward.

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Patient Is shifted to general ward once the vitals are stable .

Answered2024-02-05 05:35:10

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need case details first

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The treating doctor is the best person to tell,when he has to be shifted.pl consult the treating doctor.

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Hi. I understand your concern. Do a online consult for a detailed analysis of your symptoms and reports to suggest you further management plan and treatment prescription for the same

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