Specialist obstetrician and gynaecologist breached Code of Health and Disability Services Consumers' Rights by not informing patient of bladder injury risk before hysterectomy.
The Health and Disability Commissioner found that a woman who suffered complications from a hysterectomy and ovarian removal surgery was not properly informed of the risks. The specialist obstetrician and gynaecologist breached the Code of Health and Disability Services Consumers' Rights by not informing the woman of the risk of bladder injury beforehand and not providing adequate information for her to make an informed decision.
April 22, 2024
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