Overview
Minimally invasive surgery is used for many children's operations. Instruments designed for small bodies are passed through tiny cuts while the surgeon watches on a screen. It usually means less pain, smaller scars, a shorter hospital stay and a faster return to play and school.
Why it is done
- Appendicitis
- Undescended testicles that cannot be felt
- Hernias, including hernias on both sides
- Gallstones or spleen conditions
- Investigation of abdominal pain
- Some bowel and chest conditions
Before the surgery
Tests depend on the condition. You will be told when your child must stop eating and drinking.
After the surgery
Many children go home within a day or two. They can usually return to school within one to two weeks.
Risks
Risks include bleeding, infection, injury to nearby organs and the need to convert to open surgery.
At KIH
KIH's surgical teams perform keyhole surgery for suitable children.
This information is for general education. Your doctor will explain whether this treatment is suitable for you, and its benefits and risks. For a medical emergency, call +92-51-8446666 or go to the nearest emergency department.
