Informed consent and the gastrointestinal endoscopist.
The gastrointestinal endoscopist should be familiar with the Doctrine of Informed Consent. Although the concept is difficult to apply clinically, a reasonable approach is presented to the endoscopist. The ultimate goals of informed consent are shared decision making and self-determination, but it is important that the endoscopist also consider the potential legal liability when obtaining informed consent.
D004724:Endoscopy; D004992:Ethics, Medical; D005060:Europe; D005767:Gastrointestinal Diseases / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000628:therapy; D006801:Humans; D007258:Informed Consent; D014481:United States