Paediatric Surgery
Surgery for newborns and children with age-appropriate anaesthesia
Overview
Paediatric surgery treats surgical conditions in newborns, infants and children. Everything is scaled to the child — instruments, anaesthetic doses, fluid balance and monitoring.
Parents stay closely involved throughout. Preparation before surgery and careful pain control afterwards make a substantial difference to how quickly a child recovers.
Procedures & treatments
- Hernia and hydrocele repair in children
- Undescended testis surgery
- Appendicectomy
- Correction of congenital anomalies
- Minor day-care paediatric procedures
- Post-operative monitoring in PICU where needed
Conditions we treat
- Inguinal hernia and hydrocele
- Undescended testis
- Appendicitis in children
- Congenital abdominal anomalies
- Obstruction and feeding problems in newborns
- Childhood lumps and swellings
Why it helps
- Child-specific anaesthesia and dosing
- Many procedures completed as day care
- Intensive care backup available
- Parents guided through preparation and aftercare
Frequently asked questions
Is anaesthesia safe for a small child?
Yes, when given by a team experienced in paediatric anaesthesia with continuous monitoring throughout.
Will my child stay overnight?
Many minor procedures are day care. Longer stays are planned in advance and explained beforehand.
Can a hernia in a baby be left alone?
Childhood hernias do not resolve on their own and are repaired to avoid the risk of obstruction.
This page is general health information and is not a substitute for medical advice. Please consult our doctors for diagnosis and treatment.