Abstract
Each month we take a close look at a recent legal case with implications for the surgical profession.
Highlights
Arecent judgement explores the practicalities and difficulties of obtaining valid consent for surgery
The case related to a woman (Mrs T) presenting with leg pain caused by the prolapse of an L4/5 intervertebral disc
It was agreed that the surgeon did not advise Mrs T of the inherent risk that any procedure could exacerbate her condition, despite disclosing less frequently occurring risks
Summary
Arecent judgement explores the practicalities and difficulties of obtaining valid consent for surgery. The case related to a woman (Mrs T) presenting with leg pain caused by the prolapse of an L4/5 intervertebral disc. After competently performed surgery, Mrs T suffered disabling leg pain, arguably consistent with injury to the L5 nerve root.
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