Surgical consent

What does "Surgical consent" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

"Surgical consent" is a term used in medicine to refer to the permission a patient gives to a doctor to perform a specific surgical procedure. Before the surgery, the doctor explains the procedure, its benefits, risks, and possible alternatives to the patient. After understanding all these aspects, the patient signs a document, which is known as surgical consent. This process ensures that the patient is fully aware of what the surgery entails and agrees to it.

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