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Pediatric treatments

What each treatment involves, how long it takes and who performs it — grouped by specialty.

General Pediatrics

Bronchiolitis Treatment General Pediatrics Bronchiolitis Treatment Bronchiolitis is a viral chest infection of the smallest airways, and it is most common in babies under two. There is no… Read more Viral Croup Treatment General Pediatrics Viral Croup Treatment Croup is a viral infection that swells the voice box and upper windpipe, giving a barking cough, a hoarse voice and sometimes… Read more

Neonatology

Jaundice Newborn Treatment Neonatology Jaundice Newborn Treatment Newborn jaundice is the yellow colour a baby's skin and eyes take on when bilirubin builds up faster than the young liver… Read more Neonatal Sepsis Treatment Neonatology Neonatal Sepsis Treatment Neonatal sepsis is a serious blood infection in a newborn and is treated as an emergency. The baby is cared for in… Read more

Pediatric Cardiac Surgery

Pediatric Cardiac Surgery Pediatric Cardiac Surgery Pediatric Cardiac Surgery Paediatric heart surgery repairs structural heart problems in babies, children and teenagers — most often a heart defect present from birth. Depending… Read more Extracardiac Fontan Procedure Pediatric Cardiac Surgery Extracardiac Fontan Procedure The extracardiac Fontan is an open-heart operation for children born with only one working pumping chamber. The surgeon places a tube outside… Read more

Pediatric Cardiology

Congenital Heart Diseases Treatment Pediatric Cardiology Congenital Heart Diseases Treatment Congenital heart disease is a difference in the structure of the heart or its main blood vessels that forms before birth. Some… Read more Kawasaki Disease Treatment Pediatric Cardiology Kawasaki Disease Treatment Kawasaki disease is an inflammatory illness of young children that can damage the arteries supplying the heart. Typical signs are a fever… Read more

Pediatric Dentistry

Pediatric Dental Sedation Pediatric Dentistry Pediatric Dental Sedation Dental sedation helps very young or anxious children stay calm and comfortable while their teeth are treated. The level ranges from light… Read more

Pediatric ENT

Ear Tubes Pediatric ENT Ear Tubes Ear tubes (grommets) are tiny tubes placed in the eardrum to let air into the middle ear and let trapped fluid drain… Read more

Pediatric Hematology & Oncology

Pediatric Cancers Treatment Pediatric Hematology & Oncology Pediatric Cancers Treatment Childhood cancers are treated by a paediatric oncology team, and the plan depends on the exact type of cancer. Treatment may combine… Read more Wilms Tumor Treatment Pediatric Hematology & Oncology Wilms Tumor Treatment Wilms tumour is the most common kidney cancer in children and usually affects one kidney in children under five. Treatment normally combines… Read more

Pediatric Nephrology

Pediatric Chronic Kidney Disease Treatment Pediatric Nephrology Pediatric Chronic Kidney Disease Treatment Chronic kidney disease in children means the kidneys have been damaged or have worked below normal for at least three months. Care… Read more Pediatric Dialysis Pediatric Nephrology Pediatric Dialysis Dialysis does the kidneys' cleaning job — removing waste, salt and extra fluid — when a child's own kidneys cannot. Haemodialysis filters… Read more

Pediatric Neurology

Pediatric Epilepsy Treatment Pediatric Neurology Pediatric Epilepsy Treatment Epilepsy in children means a tendency to have repeated seizures caused by abnormal electrical activity in the brain. Doctors first identify the… Read more Pediatric Movement Treatment Pediatric Neurology Pediatric Movement Treatment Paediatric movement care looks after children with movement disorders such as tremor, dystonia, tics, poor balance, stiffness or walking problems. A paediatric… Read more Febrile Seizures Treatment Pediatric Neurology Febrile Seizures Treatment A febrile seizure is a fit triggered by fever in a young child, usually between six months and five years old. Most… Read more

Pediatric Neurosurgery

Craniosynostosis Surgery Pediatric Neurosurgery Craniosynostosis Surgery Craniosynostosis is when one or more joints (sutures) in a baby's skull close too early, which can limit space for the growing… Read more Congenital Hydrocephalus Treatment Pediatric Neurosurgery Congenital Hydrocephalus Treatment Congenital hydrocephalus is a build-up of fluid in a baby's brain that raises pressure inside the head. It is usually treated with… Read more

Pediatric Orthopedics

Scoliosis Juvenile Treatment Pediatric Orthopedics Scoliosis Juvenile Treatment Juvenile scoliosis is a sideways curve of the spine found between the ages of 4 and 10. Because these children still have… Read more Clubfoot Treatment Pediatric Orthopedics Clubfoot Treatment Clubfoot is a condition present at birth in which the foot turns inwards and downwards because the tendons are short and tight.… Read more

Pediatric Plastic Surgery

Pediatric Plastic Surgery Pediatric Plastic Surgery Pediatric Plastic Surgery Paediatric plastic surgery repairs differences a child is born with, as well as injuries, burns, birthmarks or defects left after tumour removal.… Read more

Pediatric Rehabilitation

Pediatric Physical Therapy Pediatric Rehabilitation Pediatric Physical Therapy Paediatric physiotherapy helps babies, children and teenagers build strength, balance, coordination and mobility. Sessions are play-based and may use stretching, positioning and… Read more Early Intervention Therapy for Infants Pediatric Rehabilitation Early Intervention Therapy for Infants Early intervention therapy supports babies who have developmental delays, a diagnosed condition or risk factors such as being born early. A team… Read more

Pediatric Rheumatology

Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis Treatment Pediatric Rheumatology Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis Treatment Juvenile idiopathic arthritis is long-lasting joint inflammation that starts before 16 and has no other explanation. It is managed over years, not… Read more

Pediatric Surgery

Pediatric Surgery Pediatric Surgery Pediatric Surgery Paediatric surgery is surgery for babies, children and teenagers, covering the tummy, chest, groin, skin and soft tissues as well as conditions… Read more

Pediatric Urology

Hypospadias Treatment Pediatric Urology Hypospadias Treatment Hypospadias is a condition present from birth in which the opening of the urethra sits on the underside of the penis instead… Read more Undescended Testicle Treatment Pediatric Urology Undescended Testicle Treatment An undescended testicle is one that has not moved down into the scrotum by birth. If it has not come down by… Read more Vesicoureteral Reflux Treatment Pediatric Urology Vesicoureteral Reflux Treatment Vesicoureteral reflux means urine flows backwards from the bladder towards the kidneys, which can carry germs up and cause kidney infections. Many… Read more Phimosis And Paraphimosis Treatment Pediatric Urology Phimosis And Paraphimosis Treatment Phimosis is a foreskin too tight to pull back, while paraphimosis is a foreskin that has been pulled back and got stuck… Read more Circumcision Pediatric Urology Circumcision Circumcision removes the foreskin that covers the head of the penis. It is done for religious, cultural or personal reasons, or for… Read more
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