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Common Pediatric Surgeries

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Pyloromyotomy

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Common Indications: Pyloric stenosis. Post-Operative Care: Gradual reintroduction of feeds, vomiting monitoring, and wound care.

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Tonsillectomy

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Common Indications: Recurrent tonsillitis, obstructive sleep apnea. Post-Operative Care: Pain management, hydration, and monitoring for bleeding.

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Otoplasty

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Common Indications: Protruding ears, congenital deformities. Post-Operative Care: Head dressing, pain management, and avoiding pressure on the ears.

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Inguinal Hernia Repair

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Common Indications: Inguinal hernia causing pain or complications. Post-Operative Care: Activity restriction, pain management, and wound care.

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Cardiac Catheterization

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Common Indications: Congenital heart defects, heart valve disorders. Post-Operative Care: Vital signs monitoring, hydration, and puncture site care.

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Circumcision

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Common Indications: Cultural/religious reasons, phimosis, recurrent balanitis. Post-Operative Care: Wound care, pain management, and keeping the area clean.

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Repair of Intestinal Atresia or Stenosis

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Common Indications: Congenital absence or narrowing of a portion of the intestine. Post-Operative Care: Parenteral nutrition, infection prevention, and monitoring bowel function.

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Ventriculoperitoneal (VP) Shunt Placement

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Common Indications: Hydrocephalus. Post-Operative Care: Head positioning, infection prevention, and monitoring for shunt malfunction.

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Spinal Fusion

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Common Indications: Severe scoliosis or spinal deformities. Post-Operative Care: Pain control, physical therapy, and monitoring for neurological changes.

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Clubfoot Repair

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Common Indications: Congenital talipes equinovarus (clubfoot). Post-Operative Care: Cast care, physical therapy, and monitoring for skin irritation.

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Appendectomy

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Common Indications: Acute appendicitis. Post-Operative Care: Pain management, wound care, and gradual return to normal activities.

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Cholecystectomy

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Common Indications: Gallbladder disease or cholelithiasis. Post-Operative Care: Diet modification, pain management, and incision care.

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Orchiopexy

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Common Indications: Undescended testicles. Post-Operative Care: Pain management, activity restriction, and scrotal support.

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Cleft Lip and Palate Repair

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Common Indications: Congenital cleft lip and/or palate. Post-Operative Care: Feeding assistance, pain management, and protecting the surgical site.

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Gastrostomy Tube Placement

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Common Indications: Long-term nutritional support for children who can't eat by mouth. Post-Operative Care: Site care, feeding management, and monitoring for complications.

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