Paediatric anaesthetics

If your child is having a procedure, they might need an anaesthetic. Paediatric anaesthetics is concerned with your child's safety and comfort immediately before, during and after having anaesthetic.

Anaesthesia is generally very safe and complications are rare. If your child has a general anaesthetic, one of our consultant paediatric anaesthetists will assess them to make sure they're fit enough for surgery. And they work closely with your child's surgeon to monitor their condition. They're also responsible for managing any post-operative pain. This might include giving your child a pain relief injection before they come round.