Gastrointestinal infections are often referred to as "stomach flu" or gastroenteritis. They are usually caused by viruses and are treated without surgery. However, severe infections can lead to complications that may require a pediatric surgeon's help. We primarily focus on managing the complications from these infections or addressing conditions that resemble infections.

For instance, we often treat appendicitis, which is a bacterial infection of the appendix. It has symptoms that look like a severe stomach bug, but it needs immediate surgical removal. We also handle complications from serious infections, such as perforations in the bowel, toxic megacolon, or significant abscess formation.

In newborns, we treat dangerous conditions like Necrotizing Enterocolitis (NEC), a serious complication of intestinal infection in premature babies. Our team quickly assesses and performs surgery when an infection threatens your child's digestive system.