Croup is an inflammation of the larynx (voice box), trachea (windpipe), and large airways occurring in young children. The illness may begin with a runny nose, followed several days later by a harsh, barky (seal-like) cough, and hoarse voice. As the windpipe below the voice box narrows, noisy breathing (stridor) occurs as the child breathes in. Symptoms of croup often start suddenly during the night when the child awakens with a cough. Fever frequently is present.
The IWK Pre-Operative Clinic is an outpatient clinic that children/youth visit to help get them ready for surgery. This visit can occur anywhere from two weeks before surgery until the day before. At this visit, your child/youth will have their pre-operative testing done as well as meet with members of the health care team. Examples of pre op testing bloodwork, x-ray, or ECG - the surgeon will talk to you about what tests are needed for your child/youth.
Instructions before your child comes in for surgery at the IWK Health Centre.
[In French] N'hésitez pas à communiquer avec la clinique préopératoire au 902-470-8535 si vous avez toute question ou inquiétude. / Instructions before your child comes in for surgery at the IWK Health Centre.
In Arabic. Instructions before your child comes in for surgery at the IWK Health Centre.