Meaning of the word "critical care" in English

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critical care

US /ˈkrɪt.ɪ.kəl ˈkɛr/
UK /ˈkrɪt.ɪ.kəl ˈkeər/

Noun

specialized medical care for patients who are critically ill or injured, often involving life support and continuous monitoring

Example:
After the accident, he was admitted to the critical care unit.
The hospital has a dedicated team for critical care patients.