Require surgeons to explain all risks, including vascular injury, in gynae ops
Women are not being properly informed of serious risks in gynaecological surgery. “Bleeding” is used to cover rare but life-threatening injuries like vascular damage. Consent must be honest, clear and specific. This is a legal and ethical failure that must be addressed.
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- 18 JUN 2025Petition rejectedduplicate
You may wish to sign the following petition, which calls for similar action: New legislation: ensure informed consent is always given to avoid patient harm. https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/727305
- 16 MAY 2025Petition created
Background
Women undergoing gynaecological surgery are not being told the full risks. Surgeons list vague terms like “bleeding,” but do not explain this could mean life-threatening vascular injury. Patients deserve clear, honest, specific information—especially for rare but serious complications. This is a legal and ethical failure.