Paediatric Surgery

Our department is equipped with the following advanced technologies and facilities:  

• Minimally invasive surgery (MIS) program: We utilise advanced laparoscopic, thoracoscopic, and third-generation da Vinci Robot for robotic-assisted systems, enabling us to perform complex procedures through tiny incisions with enhanced visualisation, reduced trauma, and faster recovery.
• High-definition imaging and specialised micro-instruments: These cater to the delicate anatomy of neonates and children, minimising complications and scarring. Pain management is prioritised through a multimodal approach, integrating ultrasound-guided regional anaesthesia, targeted pharmacological therapies, and non-pharmacological interventions such as distraction techniques and virtual reality to alleviate discomfort and anxiety.
• Same-day surgery: Our department is fortified with experts and facilities that enable your child to return home on the same day as their procedure and recover in the comfort of their home.
• Advanced Dedicated Paediatric Recovery Units: These units are staffed by specialised teams, supported by continuous monitoring systems and telehealth platforms for seamless follow-up as a part of our post-operative care services.
• Our infrastructure includes hybrid operating rooms, neonatal intensive care units (NICUs) with advanced ventilatory support, and collaborative spaces for multidisciplinary care planning. 

By combining innovative technology, evidence-based protocols, and family-centred education, we optimise outcomes, accelerate healing, and ensure a supportive environment for both patients and their families throughout the surgical journey. 

Our department specialises in surgical procedures for a wide range of health issues in children: 

• Childhood cancers
• Childhood cardiac conditions
• Hydrocoele: Fluid collection within the scrotum, i.e., the sac containing the testicles.
• Pilonidal Sinus: The formation of a cyst/abscess in the cleft at the top of the buttocks.
• Achalasia: A rare disorder in which the nerves in the oesophagus are damaged, affecting its ability to squeeze food and liquids into the stomach.
• Hernia: The protrusion of an organ/tissue through a weakened area in the muscle or tissue within which it is usually held in place.
• Cystic echinococcosis: Formation of sacs filled with fluid and tapeworm larvae after infections caused by the parasitic tapeworm Echinococcus granulosus.
• Intestinal obstructions
• Pelvic organ prolapse: Descent of one or more pelvic organs from the normal position due to ligamental/muscular weakness.
• Stones in the gall bladder/pancreas/kidneys
• Ulcerative colitis: A chronic inflammatory condition associated with ulcer formation in the large intestine (colon)
• Diverticulitis: Inflammation or infection of bulges (diverticula) formed in the colon.