Pediatric Surgery Treatment in India
About Pediatric Surgery
Key Highlights
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Performed by surgeons with specialized training in the unique anatomy and physiology of children.Utilizes child-friendly, minimally invasive techniques (like laparoscopy) when possible for less pain and faster recovery.Focuses on long-term outcomes, considering a child's future growth and development.Involves a multidisciplinary team including pediatric anesthesiologists, nurses, and child life specialists.Often performed in dedicated children's hospitals or pediatric wings designed to reduce anxiety.
Who is this surgery for?
- Congenital malformations (e.g., cleft lip/palate, congenital heart defects, esophageal atresia).
- Abdominal conditions (e.g., appendicitis, hernias, intussusception, pyloric stenosis).
- Oncological procedures for childhood cancers (e.g., tumor biopsies or removals).
- Trauma surgery following significant injuries.
- Urological conditions (e.g., hypospadias, undescended testes, vesicoureteral reflux).
- Thoracic conditions (e.g., pectus excavatum, lung malformations).
How to prepare
- Comprehensive pre-operative evaluation including medical history, physical exam, and necessary blood tests.
- Detailed discussion with the surgeon and anesthesiologist about the procedure, risks, and benefits.
- Fasting guidelines (NPO - nothing by mouth) for a specified period before surgery to prevent aspiration.
- Psychological preparation for the child and family, often with support from child life specialists.
- Management of any ongoing medications as advised by the surgical team.
Risks & possible complications
- General surgical risks: Reactions to anesthesia, bleeding, infection, and blood clots.
- Procedure-specific risks depending on the organ system involved.
- Potential for damage to surrounding tissues, nerves, or blood vessels.
- Risks related to a child's smaller size and developing physiology.
- Scarring and, in rare cases, the need for additional corrective surgeries.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Initial recovery in a Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) with close monitoring of vital signs.
- Pain management tailored for children using appropriate medications and comfort measures.
- Gradual reintroduction of fluids and diet as tolerated.
- Instructions on wound care, activity restrictions, and signs of complications to watch for at home.
- Follow-up appointments to monitor healing, remove sutures if needed, and assess long-term outcomes.
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Typical hospital stay:
1-7 days
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Expected recovery time:
1-6 weeks
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering pediatric surgery in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Top-rated hospitals in India with pediatric surgery departments and experienced surgeons are ideal for this procedure. Use MediFyr to compare facilities, reviews, and doctor profiles before you decide.
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The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for pediatric surgery compare across other countries where we have data.
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Pediatric surgeons for Pediatric Surgery
Explore experienced pediatric surgeons who regularly perform pediatric surgery and provide pre- and post-operative care in India.
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- 25 Years Experience
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- 23 Years Experience
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- 22 Years Experience
- Pediatric surgeon
Manipal Hospital Malleshwaram
- 23 Years Experience
- Pediatric surgeon
Manipal Hospital Kharadi
- 15 Years Experience
- Pediatric surgeon
Manipal Hospital Kharadi
- 14 Years Experience
- Pediatric surgeon
Manipal Hospital Jayanagar
- 27 Years Experience
- Pediatric surgeon
SIMS Hospital Vadapalani
- 12 Years Experience
- Pediatric surgeon
Manipal Hospital Siliguri
- 28 Years Experience
- Pediatric surgeon
Manipal Hospital Hebbal
- 28 Years Experience
- Pediatric surgeon
Manipal Hospital Bhubaneswar
- 23 Years Experience
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Artemis Hospital Gurgaon
- 45 Years Experience
- Pediatric surgeon
Manipal Hospital Gurgaon
- 40 Years Experience
- Pediatric surgeon
Manipal Hospital Jaipur
- 24 Years Experience
- Pediatric surgeon
Manipal Hospital Jaipur
- 48 Years Experience
- Pediatric surgeon
Medanta Hospital Gurgaon