Department of Neonatology

• Baby is born with a congenital defect: A congenital defect is a term used for a structural/functional abnormality that a child is born with. This can affect any organ or part of the child’s body, often giving rise to serious and potentially life-threatening complications. A neonatologist will thoroughly assess your little one and curate the best treatment plan in coordination with other specialists
• Premature birth: A premature birth, also referred to as a preterm birth, means that a baby is born before the completion of 37 weeks of gestation. Around 13.4 babies are born preterm every year. Such babies require additional care and support to help them strive and to ensure their healthy future.
• Neonatal sepsis: It is a blood infection commonly seen in infants less than 28 days old. The condition is commonly seen in babies with preterm birth, low birth weight, and maternal infections. Neonatal sepsis has been linked with potentially serious complications. It is typically caused by underlying viral, bacterial or fungal infections. 
• Chorioamnionitis: It is an inflammation in the placental membranes and chorion due to the infection of the fluids within the amniotic sac. Chorioamnionitis can happen during the course of pregnancy, at the time of labour or during the birth of your little one. 
• Respiratory distress syndrome: RDS is a condition seen in babies born preterm, before the completion of 28 weeks of gestation, and is linked to the underdevelopment of their lungs which are not capable of supporting normal breathing. 

What makes Surya Hospital stand out?
The first few weeks following childbirth are extremely crucial as it is during this time that the baby develops a proper feeding pattern and bonds with his/her parents. At the time of birth, the immune system of a baby is not fully developed and as such there are high risks of infections. Most congenital defects and abnormalities are also detected/diagnosed during this stage. Such babies require comprehensive care that focuses on their holistic development and well-being while bringing down the risks of life-threatening complications.

At Surya Hospitals, we are committed to providing state-of-the-art perinatal care integrated using the finest technology and expertise of a dedicated team of neonatologists specializing in the management of the most complex birth abnormalities, perinatal diseases and other related complications. We have a dedicated Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), equipped with the latest machines and equipment that help us to take care of your little one with added precision and safety. Our team strives to offer round-the-clock care for catering to your baby’s special needs. To ensure easy access to safe breast milk in emergency situations, we also have a dedicated Human Milk Bank, adhering to stringent quality-control standards.