Medical articles from Mr Andrew Clarke

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08/10/2025

General, laparoscopic and colorectal surgeon

Getting surgery for haemorrhoids: Is it painful?

One of the most common concerns about haemorrhoid surgery, is whether it’s painful. Advances in surgical techniques, however, mean that procedures today are far more comfortable and recovery is quicker than in the past.

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04/08/2025

Mr Andrew Clarke

General, laparoscopic and colorectal surgeon

Understanding hernias: causes and treatment options

Hernias are a common condition affecting people of all ages and backgrounds. While they are often not immediately dangerous, they can cause discomfort, limit daily activities, and in some cases lead to serious complications. A consultant general surgeon provides an overview of the different types of hernia and the available treatment options, which is most commonly surgery.

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21/06/2019

Mr Andrew Clarke

General, laparoscopic and colorectal surgeon

Haemorrhoids and the Rafaelo® procedure

Internal haemorrhoids are painless even if you see bright red blood on your toilet paper after using the loo. The Rafaelo® procedure is a safe and painless procedure that uses radiofrequency to get rid of the condition. Our expert surgeon Mr Andrew Clarke explains how it works and just how quick recovery can be in most cases.

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28/01/2019

Mr Andrew Clarke

General, laparoscopic and colorectal surgeon

Hernia surgery: surgeon Mr Andrew Clarke operates in Ghana

Leading surgeon Mr Andrew Clarke and a small medical team travelled all the way to Ghana, Africa to perform hernia surgery on local malnourished patients who were in need of help. Here, he explains how they undertook a total of 77 cases in 5 days and the challenges and highlights they endured.

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23/05/2018

Mr Andrew Clarke

General, laparoscopic and colorectal surgeon

Pelvic floor problems and surgery

The pelvic floor is a group of muscles, tendons and bones that support and handle changes in pressure within the abdominal cavity. Mr Andrew Clarke, a leading surgeon and pelvic floor expert, explains how pelvic floor problems are approached and treated.