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Paediatric Surgery in Bhubaneswar

Paediatric Surgery

Paediatric Surgery in Bhubaneswar

Paediatric Surgery in Bhubaneswar focuses on employing surgical interventions on infants and children up to 18 years of age. Supported by a team of expert medical professionals, the Paediatric and Child Care Department in Manipal Hospitals, Bhubaneswar, Odisha, offers exceptional, patient-focused care and management for paediatric patients who require surgery. Our team of medical experts boasts extensive experience in delivering advanced surgical interventions across a broad range of conditions, including paediatric trauma, birth anomalies, hernias, Appendectomies, Cancer Surgeries, Transplantation Procedures, endoscopic techniques, and other surgical interventions.
Paediatric surgeons usually focus their expertise on one of the four primary categories of Paediatric surgery, such as:

  •  Prenatal Surgery: Experts in this domain focus on providing treatment interventions for conditions in unborn children, usually identified through prenatal examinations.
     

  • Neonatal Surgery: Experts address surgical needs in newborns, whether full-term or premature, particularly to correct congenital abnormalities.
     

  • Paediatric Trauma Surgery: Experts specialise in offering comprehensive care and emergency treatment for paediatric patients injured in accidents or violence.
     

  • Paediatric Oncosurgery: Experts in this field manage cancer cases in children, both benign and malignant growths.  

 

FAQ's

Surgery would be deemed necessary when non-surgical treatments are no longer effective or when the condition is vital for immediate interventions to prevent further complications. Surgery is required in the following cases:

  • Trauma-related conditions: These include major accidents or serious injuries such as burns, lacerations, knife wounds, or gunshot wounds.

  • Gastrointestinal-related conditions: These include Appendectomy, Gallbladder Surgery, biliary atresia, and abdominal hernias.

  • Urology-related conditions: These include hypospadias, undescended tests, hernias, hydroceles, and reproductive organs.

  • Congenital abnormalities: These include but are not limited to several birth anomalies such as cleft palates, imperforate anus, gastroschisis, omphalocele, lung cysts, oesophagal atresia, Hirschsprung’s disease, and abdominal wall and diaphragm defects.

  • Cancer-related conditions: Addressing paediatric cancer that has increased risk in the liver, lungs, and other organs of the body.

  • Other conditions include bed-wetting, separation of conjoined twins, Transplantation Procedures, and endoscopic procedures.
     

Paediatric surgeons utilise several diagnostic procedures before proceeding with surgery, such as:

  • Angiogram: Used to examine the size and shape of blood vessels in children.

  • Blood tests: To evaluate and gather information on the child's physical and general health, organ functions, and genetic conditions.

  • Urine tests: For examining urinary tract abnormalities.

  • Biopsy: Assessing small tissue samples obtained from organs to rule out cancer or infection.

  • Pulse oximetry: Assessing blood oxygen in infants to detect critical congenital heart disease.

  • X-rays: Imaging tests that provide detailed images of bones and internal structures.

  • Endoscopy procedures: Visual examination of the digestive tract under anaesthesia, useful for diagnosing issues like acid reflux or ulcers.

  • CT and MRI scans: Imaging techniques that aid in getting detailed views of internal organs.

  • Ultrasound: An imaging technique that employs sound waves to visualise internal organs.

  • Radionuclide scans: Assessing kidney functions and detecting scars.

Yes, Paediatric Surgeries vary from Adult Surgeries due to differences in anatomical and physiological structures. Paediatric physiologic features such as blood pressure, pulse, and respiration rates are different from those of adults. Moreover, paediatric tissues are biologically distinct from adult tissues. Paediatric surgeons are well-trained in performing complex procedures from head to pelvic region and providing age-appropriate care for paediatric patients.

The thought of surgery and being in the hospital can understandably be scary and quite overwhelming for a child. Preparing your child involves explaining the procedure in an age-appropriate manner and addressing any fears or concerns that they may have. You can help your child by being honest and learning all about the surgery. This enables you to be well-equipped with the necessary knowledge about the surgery and encourages questions and discussions. Moreover, reassure your child that everything will be alright and be emotionally supportive throughout the process.

The recovery process after a Paediatric Surgery depends on the type of surgery the child had and the child’s overall health. Recovery following surgery could be daunting for children, and being with them eases the situation. Your medical healthcare provider would guide and answer your concerns and also schedule a follow-up appointment to monitor your child’s progress.

Scars are the body’s natural response to healing. Minimal Invasive Surgeries performed on paediatric patients usually result in smaller incisions and less scarring. Complex surgeries may leave scars during the recovery period. Your medical health provider will discuss scar management options with you and clear up all your concerns about scars.

The operating rooms are restricted for safety, patient privacy, and infection control purposes. While you will stay close to your child whenever possible, it is important to explain to them beforehand that they will be separated during the procedure but will soon be reunited. The anesthesiologist will meet with you to discuss the anaesthesia plan and address any questions you or your child may have.

 

Paediatric patients may experience post-operative side effects depending on the type of surgery they had, and it is common to have some discomfort and pain after surgery. Side effects that may arise post-surgery could be:

  • Pain, soreness, and inflammation around the incision area after surgery

  • Feeling nauseous and vomiting, possibly due to general anaesthesia, pain medications, or surgical procedures

  • Sore throat resulting from the insertion of a breathing tube during surgery

  • Restlessness and difficulty sleeping

  • Feeling dizziness, especially upon getting out of bed post-surgery

  • Increased thirst

  • Difficulty with bowel movements and passing gas

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