The doctrine of informed consent in surgical practice

Y. Z. Lawal, E. S. Garba, M. O

Abstract

Physicians and other professionals in the field of medicine have to perform invasive and non-invasive procedures on patients as part of their duties. There is a legal basis upon which these procedures are done; this is called ‘informed consent.’ Sociocultural factors have strong influence on the sick role. These factors influence the application of informed consent in Nigeria.