Medical articles from Mr Simon Clarke

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30/05/2023

Paediatric Surgeon

Hydroceles in children: Causes, types and diagnosis

A hydrocele is an accumulation of fluid that forms around the testes. While hydroceles can develop at any age, they are more common in newborns and children. Here, Mr Simon Clarke, leading consultant paediatric surgeon, provides an expert insight into hydroceles in children.

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23/02/2022

Mr Simon Clarke

Paediatric Surgeon

Could gastro-oesophageal reflux be the cause of your child’s vomiting?

Reflux, where stomach content passes into the oesophagus, is experienced by both adults and children from time to time. Chronic reflux in children can bring about a range complications which may require treatment. In this informative article, highly-respected consultant paediatric surgeon Mr Simon Clarke offers expert insight on the symptoms parents should look out for and how gastro-oesophagul reflux is treated in children.

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24/11/2020

Mr Simon Clarke

Paediatric Surgeon

Orchidopexy for undescended testicles

Consultant paediatric surgeon, Mr Simon Clarke, provides an expert insight into the orchidopexy procedure for undescended testicles. He discusses the surgery, the prognosis of children with undescended testicles, the risks of treatment, and more.

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17/11/2020

Mr Simon Clarke

Paediatric Surgeon

Undescended testicles: how are they treated?

Leading paediatric surgeon, Mr Simon Clarke, spoke to us about all the symptoms of undescended testicles, how the condition is diagnosed, how common it is and when it should be treated. We found out details on orchidopexy and how children who need to have the surgery, should prepare.