Paediatric Cardiovascular Surgery

Advanced Surgical Care for Children with Heart Conditions

At SEHA Tawam, our Paediatric Cardiovascular Surgery service is dedicated to the surgical treatment of congenital and acquired heart conditions in children, from newborns to adolescents. We offer life-saving interventions that are both technologically advanced and carefully tailored to the unique physiology of young patients, in a setting built around comfort, safety, and family-centred care.

Why Choose SEHA Tawam Hospital?

Integrated Paediatric Heart Care

Co-ordinated pre- and post-operative management involving paediatric specialists and cardiac anaesthetists.

Minimally Invasive Techniques

Procedures designed to reduce recovery times, minimise scarring, and improve surgical outcomes.

State-of-the-Art Facilities

Equipped with advanced surgical suites, real-time imaging systems, and paediatric-specific heart-lung support technologies.

Personalised Surgical Planning

Tailored operative strategies developed using 3D imaging and advanced diagnostics.

Dedicated Recovery Pathways

Child-focused intensive care and rehabilitation support to ensure a safe and steady recovery journey.

What We Treat

Congenital Heart Defects

Surgical correction of conditions such as septal defects, Tetralogy of Fallot, and transposition of the great arteries

Neonatal Cardiac Conditions

Early surgical intervention for newborns with life-threatening cardiac anomalies

Valve Repair and Replacement

Preservation or reconstruction of heart valves to restore healthy function

Hybrid Procedures

Combined surgical and catheter-based interventions for complex congenital defects

Pulmonary Artery Reconstruction

Treatment of abnormalities and narrowing of the pulmonary arteries

Cardiac Tumours

Surgical removal of rare paediatric cardiac tumours

Heart Failure Management

Supportive interventions for children requiring mechanical circulatory assistance, including extracorporeal

Advanced Diagnostic and Therapeutic Services

Our department continues to implement the latest advancements in paediatric cardiac surgery, including:

Expanded Minimally Invasive Options

Newer approaches enabling quicker recovery and shorter hospital stays

3D Imaging and Surgical Planning

Enhanced precision using 3D-printed heart models for complex anatomy

Paediatric Ventricular Assist Devices (VADs)

Mechanical support for children with advanced heart failure

Hybrid Interventions

Combining catheter-based techniques with surgery for optimal results in high-risk cases

Real-Time Intraoperative Imaging

Assisting surgeons in making accurate decisions during procedures

Meet Our Experts

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Our paediatric cardiovascular surgeons bring years of specialised training and experience in high-volume surgical centres. While the full team includes a variety of clinical specialists, what unites them is their commitment to excellence, safety, and compassionate care for each child undergoing heart surgery at SEHA Tawam. We are here to guide you toward effective, compassionate, and innovative care. Together, we help every child live a fuller, stronger life.