Litigation against surgeons and hospitals continues to increase in Western countries.
While verbal consent is all that is required legally, it has for a long time been
considered that written consent offers proof of discussion between the surgeon and
patient. Inadequate consenting of patients continues in the UK leaving surgeons and
Health Trusts open to litigation. We present a standardised consent form which improves
patient autonomy and engagement.
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