Is Surgery for Congenital Anomalies Always Urgent?
Question: Is surgery for congenital anomalies “always urgent”?
Answer: Not always. Urgency is determined by the physician based on the type of anomaly, infection risk, neurological involvement, and the infant’s overall condition.
Newborn parent checklist when there is suspicion:
- Pregnancy and birth history (ultrasound findings, gestational week at birth)
- The baby’s feeding, vomiting, sleepiness, fontanelle status, head circumference measurements
- Any existing imaging reports