Informed Consent

Name: Informed Consent
Brand: Taylor & Francis
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The Cornerstone of Surgical Practice

By: Stephen Chadwick

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eText | 17 April 2026 | Edition Number 1

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This unique exploration examines informed consent as a social construct within surgical practice. Drawing on 30 years of surgical experience, the author traces consent's evolution from informal agreements to formalised processes, analysing its philosophical foundations and legal history within the NHS. The book addresses growing litigation concerns while questioning why patients readily trust surgeons they've just met. It explores specific challenges to obtaining truly informed consent, including cultural diversity and health literacy barriers. This unprecedented work illuminates how consent has developed into its current form, offering valuable insights for practitioners.

Key Features:

Traces the surgical consent journey from ancient practices to modern protocols, revealing how patient autonomy has transformed medical decision-making over centuries
Offers rare firsthand observations on the paradox of patient trust in surgical settings, informed by three decades of clinical experience and real-world case studies
Examines critical obstacles to meaningful informed consent, including healthcare illiteracy and cross-cultural challenges, with practical approaches for modern healthcare environments