Department of Paediatric Surgery
The Department of Paediatric Surgery provides comprehensive surgical care for infants, children, and adolescents, addressing congenital, developmental, traumatic, and acquired conditions requiring surgical intervention. The department is committed to delivering safe, child-centered, and scientifically sound treatment through a multidisciplinary approach involving paediatricians, anaesthesiologists, and neonatal specialists.
Inpatient and Outpatient Services
Both inpatient and outpatient facilities are designed to meet the unique needs of children. Outpatient clinics offer consultations, diagnostic evaluations, and postoperative follow-ups for a wide spectrum of paediatric surgical conditions. The inpatient section is equipped with child-friendly wards, neonatal and paediatric intensive care units, and operation theatres specially designed for paediatric and neonatal surgeries. Comprehensive care is provided for all paediatric surgical conditions, including emergency, elective, and minimally invasive procedures. Parents are guided through all stages of care, ensuring comfort and understanding throughout the treatment process.
Surgeries and Procedures Performed
The department undertakes a wide range of paediatric and neonatal surgeries including:
Neonatal surgeries
Oesophageal atresia, tracheoesophageal fistula, congenital diaphragmatic hernia, intestinal atresia, anorectal malformations, and Hirschsprung’s disease
Paediatric gastrointestinal surgeries
Malrotation, intussusception, Meckel’s diverticulum, and appendicitis
Thoracic surgeries
Empyema drainage, lobectomy, and congenital lung lesions
Genitourinary surgeries
Hypospadias, undescended testis, posterior urethral valves, vesicoureteric reflux, and pelviureteric junction obstruction
Emergency surgeries
Intestinal obstruction, perforation peritonitis, and trauma management
Laparoscopic and minimal access procedures
appendectomy, orchiopexy, cholecystectomy, and diagnostic laparoscopy
Paediatric oncology surgeries
Wilms’ tumor, neuroblastoma, and teratoma resections
The department emphasizes minimally invasive paediatric surgery, ensuring smaller incisions, rapid recovery, minimal discomfort, and early discharge.
With a focus on skill, safety, and empathy, the Paediatric Surgery Department continues to uphold high standards in surgical excellence & compassionate care for the younger patient population.