This is the second edition of this guidance, which was previously published in October 2004 under the same title. This edition received minor updates in September 2009.
This paper provides advice for clinicians in obtaining the consent of women undergoing diagnostic hysteroscopy under general anaesthesia. It follows the structure of Consent Form 1 of the Department of Health, England/Welsh Assembly Government/Scottish Government/Department of Health, Social Services and Public Safety, Northern Ireland. It should be used in conjunction with RCOG Clinical Governance Advice, Obtaining Valid Consent.
The aim of this advice is to ensure that all women are given consistent and adequate information for consent; it is intended to be used together with dedicated patient information. After discharge, all women should have clear direction to obtain help if there are unforeseen problems.
Clinicians should be prepared to discuss with the woman any of the points listed in the document.
This guideline can be downloaded as a pdf below:
