Informed consent is a process through which the doctor educates the patient about various aspects of the medical treatment including how the procedure will be carried out, the risks and benefits involved, adverse effects, and alternative treatments available. However, it is important to note that informed consent is not a mere document but a complete process involving interaction between the practitioner, surgeon, and patient.
Obtaining informed consent can be a tricky process and lead to several medicolegal allegations. To avoid these, the doctors should be well aware of the informed consent process and should know the involved possible allegations.