By Mr Juling Ong
18.05.20
Paediatric surgery
Why might a child need plastic surgery?
If your child was born with a birthmark or deformity of the face and head, a paediatric plastic surgeon can help. We've asked one of London's expert surgeons about the commonest reasons a child might need plastic surgery and what you, as parents, can expect during the whole process.
By Mr Juling Ong
04.02.20
Paediatric surgery
Craniosynostosis: does it affect skull and brain growth?
Craniosynostosis affects the shape and size of your baby's head. The earlier its detected, the higher the chance of preventing the problems associated with this condition such as raised pressure in the head. Fortunately, treatment is available. In this article, Dr Juling Ong explains all about detecting and surgically treating craniosynostosis.
By Mr Stefano Giuliani
19.11.19
Paediatric surgery
Minimally invasive surgery in children
Minimally invasive surgery is the use of special instruments and techniques to reduce the size of incisions when performing an operation. It usually refers to laparoscopy or thoracoscopy, which are techniques using ‘keyholes’ in the tummy and chest, respectively. Paediatric surgeon Mr Stefano Giuliani tells us about the advantages of minimally invasive surgery for children and what to look for when choosing a surgeon to operate on your child.
By Mr Stefano Giuliani
21.02.19
Paediatric surgery
Inguinal hernia: spot the signs in your child
As a parent, it's difficult not to worry if you notice an inguinal hernia, which presents itself as a visible bulge in the groin or scrotum, of your little one. Expert paediatrician Mr Stefano Guiliani explains more about the signs of an IH and what you should do if you notice one.
By Mr Stefano Giuliani
28.01.19
Paediatric surgery
Common medical problems in children
Babies and children can be prone to a number of medical problems, some of which they are born with. For example, some common medical issues that male babies face include foreskin problems and undescended testes. Mr Stefano Giuliani, a leading paediatric surgeon, explains some of the most common medical problems in children that he regularly treats.
By Mr Stefano Giuliani
12.12.18
Paediatric surgery
Neonatal surgery: fixing congenital abnormalities
Newborns need surgery when they are born with congenital abnormalities. This means that some organs did not form in the right way before birth and there is a need to perform neonatal surgery to correct the anatomy to allow that organ to function properly. Mr Stefano Giuliani, an expert neonatal surgeon, explains why some newborn babies require surgery after birth.
By Mr Stefano Giuliani
05.09.18
Paediatric surgery
Abdominal pain in children and infants
Tummy aches are fairly common in children and infants, but sometimes abdominal pain can be more serious and requires medical attention. Mr Stefano Giuliani, a leading paediatric surgeon, explains some common causes of abdominal pain in children and infants and how to recognise it.
By Mr Stefano Giuliani
10.07.18
Paediatric surgery
Appendicitis in children: signs to watch out for
Appendicitis can be a serious problem at any age. With all the tummy aches that children may experience, it can be hard to spot. Mr Stefano Giuliani, leading London-based paediatric surgeon, gives us the low-down on how appendicitis in children is diagnosed and what can be done about it.
Written by Top Doctors
Paediatric surgery
Earfold®: an innovative technique to correct protruding ears
Earfold® is a new and innovative technique, and an alternative to otoplasty to correct protruding ears. Learn more about the technique here.
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Paediatric surgery
How to treat knee deformities in children: knock knees and bow legs
It is normal for infants to be born with knee deformities such as knock knees and bow legs, but in some cases if it has not corrected itself through growth and development then surgery is required to straighten the legs.
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