What is a Surgical Consent Form?

‍A surgical consent form is a legal document that explains a proposed surgical procedure, its risks and benefits, alternatives, and obtains patient permission to proceed. This form ensures informed consent and documents that patients understand what they're agreeing to.

Why is surgical consent important?

• Legal protection: Documents informed agreement to procedure.
• Patient understanding: Ensures risks and benefits are explained.
• Ethical requirement: Respects patient autonomy in decision-making.

Elements of surgical consent

• Procedure description.
• Risks and complications.
• Alternative treatments.
• Right to refuse.

How Solace can help

‍A Solace advocate can help you understand surgical consent forms, ensure all questions are answered before signing, and verify that proper informed consent processes are followed. They can also help document additional concerns and facilitate communication with surgical teams.