What question did this study set out to answer?

The aim is to assess the evolution and future prospects of cardiac intensive care units (CICUs) by 2023.

Cardiac intensive care unit: where we are in 2023

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Why the study?

To review the evolution and history of cardiac intensive care units and evaluate their current status, structure, and perspectives as of 2023.

Design

State-of-the-art review

Authors

Offers historical perspective on CICU transformation; leaves open optimal models for contemporary comprehensive care.

The aim is to assess the evolution and future prospects of cardiac intensive care units (CICUs) by 2023.
Review of historical developments in cardiac intensive care since 1961
Analysis of guidelines from the European Society of Cardiology and American College of Cardiology
Classification of CICUs based on care level, staff, and technology
CICUs have diversified to manage both cardiac and non-cardiac emergencies effectively.
Guidelines from ESC and ACC have standardized care structures across various CICUs since 2005.
The concept of CICUs has been widely adopted, improving overall outcomes for acute cardiovascular diseases.

Bouchlarhem et al. (2023) studied this question.

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