Question

Kennedy, the plaintiff, consulted the defendant, a surgeon. The surgeon diagnosed appendicitis and recommended an operation, to which the plaintiff agreed. During the operation, the defendant discovered some enlarged cysts on the plaintiff's left ovary, which he punctured. After the operation, the plaintiff developed phlebitis in the leg, which causes her considerable pain and suffering. The plaintiff alleged that the puncturing of the cysts on her ovary was unauthorized, and she brought an action for damages. Can a surgeon extend an operation without consent?

Answer 1

No, surgeon should not extend an operation without consent.It is necessary to obtain consent from the patient to perform a surgery.If the surgery is not done with consent then it is criminal offence.The surgeon only have right to perform additional surgeries if the patient is in life threatening condition and should explain the risks associated with this.