A breathing tube that connects to the ventilator.
CICU
This is a typical image of a child who just underwent open heart surgery
The tubes and lines helping to support your child after surgery can be overwhelming. As your child recovers from surgery, the tubes are removed when they are no longer needed. Below is an explanation of the commonly used lines and tubes.
A machine that provides breathing support while recovering from heart surgery.
Tubes that drain blood and other fluids from around the heart and lungs after surgery.
A large IV that sits in a large blood vessel at the entrance to the heart. Provides a stable place to give medicine and monitor pressures in the heart.
A small IV that sits in an artery. Provides continuous monitoring of blood pressure. Used to draw blood for lab tests.
Temporary wires that attach to the heart after surgery. These can be connected to a pacemaker if your child has any abnormal heart rhythms.
A tube that drains pee from the bladder into a bag when your child is unable to pee on their own.