Informed consent and blood transfusions: what does Krever's interim report mean to doctors?
What implications does the interim report of the Krever inquiry that is studying Canada's blood-supply system hold for doctors? The report notes that "until recently, few physicians talked about the risks of a blood transfusion with their patients" and few hospitals "considered asking patients to sign a consent form before receiving blood or blood products." Lawyer Karen Capen says this situation is changing. Krever's first report says physicians must be aware that part of the decision-making process involves patients' specific consent to the possible use of blood or blood products during medical treatment and care.
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D001803:Blood Transfusion / Q000331:legislation & jurisprudence*; D002170:Canada; D015658:HIV Infections / Q000635:transmission; D006801:Humans; D007258:Informed Consent / Q000331:legislation & jurisprudence*; D012308:Risk Management