Pediatric Minimally Invasive Surgery

1. Posterior Urethral Valve (PUV)

• Cause: Developmental defect.
• Symptoms: Weak urinary stream, dribbling of urine, straining or crying during urination, repeated UTIs, chronic kidney disease symptoms.
• Treatment: Cystoscopic PUV ablation, long-term follow-up to monitor bladder/kidney function.

2. Appendicitis

• Cause: Inflammation of the appendix, often due to blockage by stool, mucus, or infection.
• Symptoms: Sudden onset abdominal pain (starting near the belly button and moving to the lower right side of abdomen), fever, nausea, vomiting.
• Treatment: Laparoscopic appendectomy to remove the appendix through small incisions.

3. Gallstones (Cholelithiasis)

• Cause: Hardened deposits in the gallbladder due to excess cholesterol, bile imbalance, or certain blood disorders.
• Symptoms: Upper abdominal pain often after meals, nausea, vomiting, jaundice.
• Treatment: Laparoscopic cholecystectomy to remove the gallbladder.

4. Hernias (Inguinal, Umbilical, or Diaphragmatic)

• Cause: Birth/developmental defects.
• Symptoms: Visible bulge, discomfort, or pain, especially when crying or straining.
• Treatment: Minimally invasive surgery to repair the defect.

5. Intestinal Malrotation / Obstruction

• Cause: Abnormal positioning of the intestines during fetal development or blockage from various causes.
• Symptoms: Vomiting (often green), bloating, abdominal pain, inability to pass stool.
• Treatment: Laparoscopic correction to untwist or remove blockage.

6. Spleen Disorders (Splenectomy)

• Cause: Blood disorders, enlarged spleen, or spleen injury.
• Symptoms: Fatigue, anemia, recurrent infections, abdominal discomfort/pain.
• Treatment: Laparoscopic splenectomy to remove the spleen if needed.

7. Lung and Chest Conditions

• Cause: Congenital malformations, infections, or tumors.
• Symptoms: Difficulty breathing, recurrent lung infections, chest pain.
• Treatment: Thoracoscopic surgery to remove or repair affected lung tissue.

8. Bronchoscopy and Airway Foreign Body Removal

Our Approach to Care

• Precision & Safety – advanced tools for delicate pediatric tissues.
• Smaller Incisions – less scarring and faster recovery.
• Reduced Pain – less need for pain medications.
• Shorter Hospital Stay – same-day or next-day discharge.
• Multidisciplinary Care – collaboration with pediatricians, anesthesiologists, and other specialists.

Benefits of Minimally Invasive Surgery for Children

• Shorter recovery time
• Lower infection risk
• Better cosmesis
• Earlier return to normal activities
• Better overall comfort after surgery

Meet Dr. D. Bhadoo – Expert Neonatal & Pediatric Surgeon in Jaipur

Dr. D. Bhadoo is a leading Neonatal/Pediatric Surgeon and Pediatric Urologist in Jaipur at Kidsurg Clinic, specialized in the surgical care of newborns and children with congenital defects and complex surgical diseases. With advanced expertise in pediatric minimally invasive surgery, Dr. Bhadoo performs delicate procedures on newborns requiring urgent intervention soon after birth. His child-focused approach, and rich experience ensures safe, effective treatment and optimal outcome. Dr. Bhadoo is personally involved in each step of treatment of these children from first consultation till surgery and long-term follow up to ensure safe and effective care—helping little ones recover quickly and enjoy a better quality of life. At Kidsurg, he provides compassionate, expert care—giving children the healthiest possible start in life.