Children's surgery
About
Our children’s surgery service covers general, urology and laparoscopic surgery. Day case and inpatient visits are under shared care with general paediatricians.
Common surgeries we perform are:
- inguinal hernia
- umbilical hernia
- epigastric hernia
- hydrocele
- varicocele under 16 years
- undescended testis
- circumcision
- lumps and bumps under skin
- tongue tie release
Patient video
Watch this video to find out what will happen when you come to hospital for surgery.
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Read the full storyNew research shows possible Covid-19 link to increase in type 1 diabetes in children
A new study suggests there could be a possible link between Covid-19 and the development of type 1 diabetes in children.
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Read the full storyParents can shape the delivery of child healthcare services
Parents are invited to help design better child healthcare, explore virtual rehab games and register for baby first aid classes at a White City event.
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Read the full storyMore Smiles Appeal reaches £2 million mark for children's intensive care unit
The children’s intensive care unit at St Mary’s Hospital is poised for a major expansion and refurbishment after the More Smiles Appeal reached its £2 million target.
