Paediatric General Surgery

Common conditions that affect children

Our Pediatric General Surgery department can diagnose and treat a wide range of surgical disorders. Some of the most prevalent conditions we treat are:

• We specialize in treating congenital anomalies such as cleft lip and palate, oesophagal atresia, tracheoesophageal fistula, intestinal malformations, abdominal wall deformities (such as omphalocele and gastroschisis), and anorectal malformations.
• Our team is highly trained to handle pediatric trauma such as children's surgical emergencies caused by accidents or injuries. For fractures, abdominal trauma, brain injuries, and other traumatic conditions, we specialize in quick and appropriate surgical procedures.
• Appendicitis, inflammatory bowel disease, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), intestinal blockage, hernias, and gallbladder illnesses are among the gastrointestinal ailments that we specifically treat.
• Our pediatric surgeons have extensive experience performing surgical procedures on solid organs such as the liver, spleen, kidneys, and pancreas. Hepatobiliary problems, renal anomalies, and pancreatic illnesses are examples of such ailments.
• We treat children with tumours and masses such as neuroblastomas, Wilms' tumours, ovarian masses, and benign tumours.
   

When should you consider seeing our experts?

There are various reasons why Pediatric General Surgery may be required. These are some examples:

• Non-surgical Treatment Failed: When non-surgical treatments fail to relieve symptoms or correct the underlying issue, surgery may be required.
• Congenital malformations: Congenital malformations in infants frequently necessitate surgical treatment to ensure normal development and function.
• Trauma: Surgical intervention may be required to heal injuries incurred as a result of an accident or trauma.
• Tumour Diagnosis and Removal: Surgery is essential in the diagnosis and removal of tumours and suspicious masses.

How children are diagnosed?

The particular tests needed for a diagnosis in Pediatric General Surgery vary depending on the kind of disease. Nonetheless, the following typical diagnostic techniques and procedures may be used in pediatric general surgery:

• Ultrasound
• X-rays
• CT Scan (Computed Tomography)
• MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging)
• Endoscopy
• Upper Endoscopy
• Colonoscopy
• Blood Tests
• Biopsy
• Genetic Testing

Types of Pediatric General Surgeries provided

Our department provides a wide range of surgical procedures that are specifically targeted to the needs of children. These are some examples:

• We use modern laparoscopic and thoracoscopic techniques to perform surgery with smaller incisions, resulting in less discomfort, faster recovery, and less scarring.
• Our team has extensive experience performing surgical procedures on neonates. Corrective surgeries for congenital abnormalities are also included.
• Endoscopy is used to diagnose and treat disorders like gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), gastrointestinal bleeding, and polyps.
• Oncological Surgery: We work closely with our pediatric oncology department to provide complete cancer surgical care to children, including tumour removal and lymph node dissection.
• Our expert surgeons specialize in reconstructive surgeries for disorders such as cleft lip and palate, genital abnormalities, and burns.