Record #:

26288

Author(s):

Warren, David G.

Abstract:

An increasing factor in medical malpractice lawsuits is the after-the-fact conclusion that the physician did not obtain informed consent or disclose information to the patient. If carefully designed, the hospital consent form could serve as a valuable check on the patient’s understanding of medical procedures.

Source:

Health Law Bulletin (NoCar KFN 7754 A1 H42x), Vol. Issue 34, June 1972, p1-4, f

Subject(s):

Medical personnel--Malpractice