Prior to Procedure Your child’s doctor will do the following
before the surgery: - Physical exam - Imaging, blood, and urine
tests - Discuss the anesthesia being used and the risks of
surgery Talk to the doctor about your child’s medicines or any
recent illnesses. You may be asked to have your child stop or
start certain medicines before surgery. Other things to keep in
mind before the procedure include: - Bring special toys, books,
and comfortable clothing for your child. - Your child will need
to avoid eating for a period of time before surgery. - For
children younger than one year, it is often recommended that
they do not eat after midnight the night before the surgery. -
Clear liquids (eg, breast milk, water, clear juices) may be
allowed up to two hours before the procedure. Description of the
Procedure Small keyhole incisions will be made in one or both
sides of the groin and in the abdomen. Long, thin tools will be
passed through the incisions. They will allow the doctor to view
and operate inside the b