A broad range of congenital and birth-related conditions can affect appearance, movement and function, requiring specialised reconstructive care. At Apollo Adlux Hospital, surgical management is tailored to the child's condition, age and functional requirements, with individualised planning for congenital abnormalities and associated reconstructive needs.
Cleft lip, cleft palate and associated nasal deformities represent important areas of congenital reconstructive surgery. Surgical correction can address structural abnormalities involving the lip, palate and nose, with staged procedures performed when required. Microtia, a condition involving an underdeveloped or absent external ear, can also be managed through reconstructive ear surgery.
Hand and limb-related congenital conditions include syndactyly, where fingers are fused, polydactyly involving extra fingers, and macrodactyly characterised by unusually large fingers. Birth brachial plexus palsy, which can cause weakness or paralysis of the arm following birth, forms another important area of specialist care.
The department also manages congenital vascular anomalies and nevus or birthmarks requiring surgical assessment. Hypospadias, involving abnormal positioning of the urethral opening in male infants, is included within the department’s congenital surgical services.
Comprehensive reconstructive care focuses on improving anatomical form, functional ability and quality of life while addressing the individual needs of children and adults with congenital conditions.