Pediatrics

Pediatrics

Comprehensive healthcare for children from birth to 18 years of age, with a focus on proper growth, development, prevention, and treatment of acute and chronic diseases.

Department Overview

The Department of Pediatrics provides comprehensive healthcare for children from birth to 18 years of age, with a focus on proper growth, development, prevention, and treatment of acute and chronic diseases.

Children are not “small adults” – they have specific anatomy, physiology, and needs. For this reason, every child is assessed and treated individually according to age and clinical condition.

The department is available 24 hours a day and provides both outpatient and inpatient care, as well as a multidisciplinary approach in more severe and complex conditions. Subspecialist consultations in pediatric pulmonology, allergology, and gastroenterology-hepatology are also available.

Diseases and Conditions

The department diagnoses and treats the most common acute and chronic conditions in children, as well as diseases that require long-term follow-up.

  • Fever and elevated body temperature
    assessment of the cause and need for additional investigations
  • Cough, wheezing, and difficulty breathing
    in conditions such as bronchiolitis, asthma, infections, and allergies
  • Rash, eczema, urticaria, and allergic reaction
    with evaluation of possible allergens and treatment
  • Vomiting, diarrhea, constipation, and abdominal pain
    most commonly related to gastrointestinal infections and digestive disorders
  • Sore throat, ear pain, and sinusitis
    common conditions in children that require timely treatment
  • Painful urination and urinary tract infections
    with laboratory and microbiological diagnostics
  • Feeding difficulties, poor weight gain, malabsorption, and maldigestion
    in children who do not gain sufficient weight or have chronic symptoms
  • Hay fever, allergic rhinitis, conjunctivitis, and insect sting allergy
  • Obstructive sleep apnea
    in children with disturbed breathing and sleep
  • Minor injuries, sprains, and cuts
    requiring medical assessment and treatment

Special focus is given to pediatric gastroenterology and hepatology conditions:

  • Gastroesophageal reflux and reflux disease
  • Peptic ulcer disease
  • Pancreatitis
  • Celiac disease
  • Allergic colitis
  • Inflammatory bowel disease
  • Non-infectious diarrhea
  • Encopresis
  • Obstructive sleep apnea
    in children with breathing and sleep disorders
  • Hyperbilirubinemia and jaundice in newborns and children

Emergency Conditions

The department provides emergency assessment and care for children with conditions that require rapid medical intervention.

  • Respiratory distress – significant breathing difficulty in asthma, bronchiolitis, or pneumonia
  • Severe dehydration – most often due to diarrhea, vomiting, or high fever
  • Traumatic injuries
  • Severe allergic reaction (anaphylaxis)
  • Newborn younger than 28 days with a temperature above 38°C
  • Altered mental state, confusion, or unclear speech
  • Convulsions and seizures

Diagnostics and Treatments

The department uses modern diagnostic methods that allow rapid and accurate diagnosis.

Laboratory blood and urine analyses

Used to assess infections, inflammation, dehydration, and other conditions.

Blood gas analyses

Particularly important in children with respiratory problems.

Microbiological testing

For identification of bacterial and viral infections.

Respiratory and gastrointestinal genetic panel

In more complex and chronic conditions.

Continuous monitoring of vital signs

Including temperature, heart rate, oxygen saturation, breathing, and blood pressure.

24-hour pH monitoring

For confirmation of gastroesophageal reflux.

Electroencephalogram (EEG)

In children with seizures and neurological symptoms.

Electrocardiogram (ECG)

For assessment of heart function.

Hearing screening

Particularly important in newborns and young children.

In children with pulmonary and allergic conditions, the department also provides:

  • Skin allergy testing – to identify the cause of allergic reactions
  • Allergen-specific immunotherapy – desensitization in children with confirmed allergies
  • Diagnosis, treatment, and counseling in children with asthma
  • Follow-up and treatment of chronic respiratory diseases

Technology and Equipment

The department is equipped with modern technology that enables safe and rapid diagnosis:

  • Modern ultrasound system
    for examination of the brain, abdomen, and other organs.
  • Spirometer
    for assessment of lung function in children with asthma and respiratory diseases.
  • FeNO analyzer
    for assessment of airway inflammation.
  • Inhalers and respiratory therapy equipment
  • Equipment for skin prick testing
    with results available within 15 minutes.
  • Equipment for 24-hour pH monitoring with impedance
  • Bronchodilator test with Ventolin
    for evaluation and confirmation of asthma.

Specialists

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The department also works in collaboration with a pulmonologist-allergist, gastroenterologist-hepatologist, neonatologist, and a team of nurses in order to provide comprehensive care for every child.

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Patient Journey

  • Examination and Initial Assessment
    Detailed discussion with the parents, medical history, and clinical examination of the child, including assessment of symptoms, overall condition, growth, and development.
  • Diagnostics
    Laboratory, radiological, and functional examinations according to the child’s age and symptoms.
  • Treatment Plan
    Preparation of an individualized plan that may include therapy, additional investigations, subspecialist consultations, and recommendations for home care.
  • Parent Counseling
    Explanation of the diagnosis, treatment, and warning signs that parents should monitor at home.
  • Follow-Up
    Regular check-ups to monitor recovery, growth, development, and the long-term course of the condition.
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