Neonatal Surgery
When it comes to our little ones, we want the very best for them. That’s why it’s essential to know about neonatal surgery – a specialised medical field that provides life-changing surgical treatments for newborns.
Conditions treated with neonatal surgery
Neonatal surgery is the answer to many congenital and surgical concerns newborns face. These are just a few of the conditions that can be treated with neonatal surgery:
Congenital abnormalities
Some babies are born with physical or structural defects that require special operations to help them grow and develop normally. These include conditions such as anorectal malformations, intestinal atresia, omphalocele, gastroschisis and oesophageal atresia.Gastrointestinal issues
Conditions like intestinal blockages, hernias and malrotation of the intestines can be taken care of through neonatal surgery. This means your baby can eat, digest and grow without any further discomfort.Genital and urinary tract conditions
Dr Singh performs neonatal surgery in cases where newborns have ambiguous genitalia and urinary tract issues.Respiratory problems
Problems like collapsed lung (pneumothorax) and an abnormal connection between the windpipe and food pipe (tracheoesophageal fistula) can be fixed with neonatal surgery. This means your baby will be able to breathe easily and sleep soundly.
Neonatal surgery procedure
The thought of your precious baby going through a major operation is scary, but your little one couldn’t be in better hands. Dr Singh and her team treat each patient with the love and care they deserve and are highly skilled in performing operations on babies and children.
However, you may have some questions about what to expect. The first step is a consultation with Dr Singh. During this appointment, we will discuss your newborn’s condition, the recommended treatment plan and any questions or concerns you may have.
Before surgery: Your baby will undergo several tests to ensure they’re in the best possible health for the procedure. This may include blood tests, X-rays and other diagnostic tests.
Day of surgery: We will admit your baby to the hospital and provide them with medication to ensure they are comfortable and relaxed. We will monitor them throughout to ensure they are safe and healthy.
The procedure: The actual procedure will vary depending on your newborn’s condition, but it will be performed with the utmost care and skill by our team. Your little one will be asleep the entire time.
After surgery: Your baby will stay in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) for close monitoring. The medical team will monitor their breathing, heart rate and other vital signs to make sure they’re recovering well. Once your baby is stable and ready, they can go home with you.
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Suite 504, Life Kingsbury Hospital,
Wilderness Road,
Claremont,
Cape Town,
7735
Netcare Christiaan Barnard Memorial Hospital
25 DF Malan Street,
Foreshore,
Cape Town,
8001