Evidence-based informed consent form for total knee arthroplasty.

Satvik N PaiMadhan JeyaramanNicola MaffuliNaveen JeyaramanMigliorini FilippoAshim Gupta

Published in: Journal of orthopaedic surgery and research (2023)

The use of legally sound, evidence-based informed consent for total knee arthroplasty would be beneficial to orthopaedic surgeons and patients alike. It would uphold the rights of the patient, promote open discussion and transparency. In the event of a lawsuit, it would be a vital document in the defence of the surgeon and withstand the scrutiny of lawyers and the judiciary.

Keyphrases

total knee arthroplasty
total hip
end stage renal disease
ejection fraction
newly diagnosed
chronic kidney disease
prognostic factors
case report
patient reported outcomes
thoracic surgery