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coronary care unit

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coronary care unit
n. Abbr. CCU
A hospital unit that is specially equipped to treat patients with serious heart conditions, such as coronary thrombosis.
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Noun1.coronary care unit - a hospital unit specially staffed and equipped to treat patients with serious cardiac problems
hospital - a medical institution where sick or injured people are given medical or surgical care
ICU, intensive care unit - a hospital unit staffed and equipped to provide intensive care


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