There are a few synonyms for the term "Neonatal Intensive Care" (NICU) which refers to the specialized healthcare provided for premature or critically ill newborn babies. One synonym is "Neonatal ICU" or "NIC". Another term that can be used is "special care baby unit" (SCBU). Some hospitals may also refer to their NICU as a "neonatal nursery" or "neonatal ward". Another term that is sometimes used is "neonatal critical care unit" (NCCU). Regardless of the term used, the main goal of these units is to provide advanced medical care to fragile newborns who require close monitoring and treatment to ensure their healthy development and survival.