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@article{Pucher:2019:10.1016/j.jss.2018.09.046,
author = {Pucher, P and Johnston, M and Archer, S and Whitby, J and Dawson, P and Arora, S and Darzi, A},
doi = {10.1016/j.jss.2018.09.046},
journal = {Journal of Surgical Research},
pages = {298--302},
title = {Informing the consent process for surgeons: A survey study of patient preferences, perceptions and risk tolerance},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jss.2018.09.046},
volume = {235},
year = {2019}
}

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AB  - BackgroundDespite the ethical and statutory requirement to obtain consent for surgical procedures, the actual process itself is less well defined. The degree of disclosure and detail expected may vary greatly. A recent shift toward a more patient-centered approach in both clinical and medico-legal practice has significant implications for ensuring appropriate and legal practice in obtaining informed consent before surgery.MethodsTwo hundred patients undergoing elective surgery across two hospitals returned a survey of attitudes toward consent, perceived important elements in the consent process, and risk tolerance, as well as demographic details.ResultsNo significant associations between patient demographics and survey responses were found. Patients were least concerned with the environment in which consent was taken and the disclosure of uncommon complications. The most important factors related to communication and rapport between clinician and patients, as opposed to procedure- or complication-specific items. A majority of patients preferred risks to be described using proportional descriptors, rather than percentage or non-numeric descriptors.ConclusionsRisk tolerance and desired level of disclosure varies for each patient and should not be presumed to be covered by standardized proformas. We suggest an individualized approach, taking into account each patient's background, understanding, and needs, is crucial for consent. Communications skills must be prioritized to ensure patient satisfaction and reduced risk of litigation.
AU  - Pucher,P
AU  - Johnston,M
AU  - Archer,S
AU  - Whitby,J
AU  - Dawson,P
AU  - Arora,S
AU  - Darzi,A
DO  - 10.1016/j.jss.2018.09.046
EP  - 302
PY  - 2019///
SN  - 0022-4804
SP  - 298
TI  - Informing the consent process for surgeons: A survey study of patient preferences, perceptions and risk tolerance
T2  - Journal of Surgical Research
UR  - http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jss.2018.09.046
UR  - https://www.journalofsurgicalresearch.com/article/S0022-4804(18)30667-X/fulltext
UR  - http://hdl.handle.net/10044/1/64747
VL  - 235
ER  -

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