Pediatric surgery is a subspecialty of surgery involving the surgery of fetuses, infants, children, adolescents, and young adults. Unlike general surgery, this field focuses on the unique physiological and psychological needs of growing bodies, correcting congenital defects (birth defects) and treating injuries or diseases that require surgical intervention in children.
A pediatric surgeon is trained to handle delicate procedures for various conditions, including:
Timing is critical in pediatric surgery. Preventive care involves early screening for congenital defects and planning surgeries (like hernia repair or orchidopexy) at the optimal age to prevent complications such as infertility or intestinal damage later in life.
Pediatric surgery demands extreme precision. We use High-Resolution Ultrasounds, MRI, and low-dose CT scans designed for children. Our approach prioritizes pediatric-safe anesthesia protocols to ensure the child’s safety and comfort during and after the procedure.
Children can face sudden surgical emergencies like swallowed foreign objects, twisted intestines (volvulus), or acute appendicitis. Immediate intervention is vital. Our pediatric surgical team provides rapid, 24/7 care to stabilize the child and perform life-saving procedures with minimal trauma.
Conditions like Short Bowel Syndrome or complex urological defects require long-term follow-up. Our team ensures comprehensive management with a focus on nutritional support, bowel management programs, and monitoring growth to ensure the child develops normally post-surgery.
Pediatric Cardiology deals with heart conditions in babies, children, and adolescents. Structural, electrical, and functional heart issues in children are vastly different from adults. This specialty focuses on diagnosing and treating Congenital Heart Defects (CHDs) present at birth, as well as acquired heart conditions that develop during childhood.
A pediatric cardiologist is trained to manage heart health issues unique to children, including:
Early detection is the best prevention. Pediatric Cardiology emphasizes Fetal Echocardiography for expectant mothers to detect heart defects before birth, allowing for planned delivery and immediate care. We also provide counseling for families with a history of heart disease.
Diagnostic tools for children must be non-invasive and gentle. We use Color Doppler Echocardiography, Holter Monitoring, and CT Angiography tailored for small bodies. Treatments range from medication to Interventional Cardiac Catheterization (closing holes without open surgery).
For critical situations like severe cyanosis (turning blue), heart failure in infants, or shock, immediate expert attention is required. Our pediatric cardiology unit works closely with the NICU/PICU to provide rapid stabilization and life-saving interventions.
Children with repaired heart defects often require lifelong care. Our team ensures comprehensive management with a focus on long-term follow-up, exercise testing, and lifestyle counseling to ensure the child can lead a rigorous, active, and normal life as they grow into adulthood.
