Factors affecting ICU stay length in Urology and Nephrology patients who required close monitoring and specialized medical staff were investigated. The study found a positive association between prolonged ICU stays and elevated levels of total bilirubin, creatinine, urea, sodium, and calcium, as well as abnormal C-reactive protein levels.

Higher bilirubin levels correlated with longer ICU stays.

Additionally, positive blood and other sample cultures were linked to extended ICU durations. Data analysis revealed that the use of contrast CT and MRI also resulted in longer ICU stays.

Conversely, broad-spectrum antibiotics were negatively associated with ICU duration, while transfusion of blood products was positively associated with it.

Understanding these factors could help reduce ICU stay lengths, potentially impacting mortality rates and improving the quality of patient care.

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