PIF Categories: Paediatrics
Daycase tonsil surgery – intracapsular tonsillectomy
Read our guide below to help you understand what to expect from your child’s tonsil surgery. You can also download a PDF version of this patient information by following the […]
Collecting a urine sample from your baby
Babies and small children cannot wee ‘on demand’, which makes it difficult to get a sample for testing. Urine tests may be done for a number of reasons and they […]
Child and young person temporary open-door hospital service
What is the temporary open-door service? Temporary open door is for children and young people who have been seen by the paediatricians and for a set period will be seen […]
Children having a skeletal survey or CT scan
This information leaflet will explain why a skeletal survey/scan is necessary and what it involves, but if you have any specific questions, please talk to a member of the Paediatric […]
Sick day guidelines for a child with diabetes
If you suspect your child may be unwell Make sure you always have a good supply of the following: Blood ketone test strips for use with a blood ketone meter(check […]
Bruising: information about injuries, bruises, marks or bleeding in non-mobile babies and children
Important Information for parents and carers about: Injuries, bruises, marks or bleeding in non-mobile babies and children Questions and answers about bruising/marks/bleeding in non-mobile babies & children: Q: Why is […]
Paediatric drug challenges
How we determine if a child is allergic to a specific medication Drug Challenges Why do a Drug Challenge? It is sometimes presumed that a child has a particular drug […]
Ambulatory Care for Children requiring Intravenous Drug Administration via a Peripheral Cannula
What is Ambulating? Ambulating is when a child is well enough to leave hospital and continue their recovery at home, but require intravenous (IV) antibiotics whilst waiting blood culture results […]
When your child is coming to Wycombe Hospital for a general anaesthetic – Ward 11
Ward 11 welcomes you to our department. We are a day surgery Paediatric Ward and our staff have a wealth of experience in caring for all our younger patients. Please […]
When your child is coming to Stoke Mandeville Hospital for a general anaesthetic – Ward 3
Ward 3 welcomes you to our department. We are the main Paediatric Ward and our staff have a wealth of experience in caring for all younger patients. Please take time […]