informed consent

noun

1. a patient's consent to a medical or surgical procedure or to participation in a clinical study after being properly advised of the relevant medical facts and the risks involved.

Word History and Origins

Origin of informed consent¹

First recorded in 1965–70

Example Sentences

The three judges unanimously agreed that it would be illegal for the lender to pay any commission to the dealer without the informed consent of the buyer.

From BBC

“As such, informed consent is limited, which contributes to the recommendation that some of the therapies be considered experimental at the present time.”

From Salon

In an email exchange with Rob McCallum, he said he didn’t need a piece of paper to show Titan was safe, and that his own protocols and the “informed consent” of passengers were enough.

From BBC

“So basically the requirement is disclosure and informed consent.”

From Los Angeles Times

A Belfast nightclub has removed a number of videos on its social media pages after concerns were raised about the content and informed consent.

From BBC