Informed consent

Informed consent refers to the process by which people are given adequate information about a medical treatment, procedure or research study so they can make an informed decision about participating. It involves a communication process between a healthcare professional and a patient to ensure that the patient understands the risks and benefits of the intervention before making a decision. Consenting to medical treatment or research in the absence of informed consent is considered a violation of one's human rights. Therefore, obtaining informed consent is essential for medical professionals to legally and ethically conduct their work while respecting patients' autonomy.

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