Neonatology

Congenital Heart Defect Repair: Surgical procedures to repair structural abnormalities of the heart present at birth (congenital heart defects), such as ventricular septal defects (VSD), atrial septal defects (ASD), patent ductus arteriosus (PDA), and Tetralogy of Fallot (TOF). These surgeries aim to improve heart function and blood circulation in newborns with heart defects.

Gastroschisis or Omphalocele Repair: Surgical procedures to repair abdominal wall defects, such as gastroschisis or omphalocele, where the intestines or other abdominal organs protrude outside the body. These surgeries involve closing the opening in the abdominal wall and returning the organs to the abdominal cavity.

Necrotizing Enterocolitis (NEC) Surgery: Surgical intervention may be required in severe cases of necrotizing enterocolitis, a life-threatening condition characterized by inflammation and necrosis of the intestinal tissue in premature infants. Surgery may involve removing damaged portions of the intestine or creating an ostomy to divert stool away from the affected area.

Neurosurgical Procedures: Surgical interventions to address congenital brain anomalies, hydrocephalus (excess fluid in the brain), intraventricular hemorrhage (bleeding in the brain’s ventricles), and other neurological conditions affecting newborns. Surgeries may include ventriculoperitoneal shunt placement, cyst fenestration, or tumor resection.

Tracheoesophageal Fistula (TEF) Repair: Surgical correction of tracheoesophageal fistula, a congenital abnormality where there is an abnormal connection between the trachea and esophagus, often associated with esophageal atresia. Surgery aims to separate the trachea and esophagus and restore normal anatomy.

Hydrocephalus Shunt Placement: Surgical placement of a ventriculoperitoneal shunt to drain excess cerebrospinal fluid from the brain’s ventricles to the abdominal cavity in infants with hydrocephalus. This helps alleviate intracranial pressure and prevent complications associated with hydrocephalus.