This is the second edition of this guidance, which was previously published in October 2004 under the same title.
This paper provides advice for clinicians in obtaining the consent of a woman undergoing diagnostic laparoscopy. It follows the structure of the Department of Health, England/Welsh Assembly Government/Department of Health, Social Services and Public Safety, Northern Ireland, Consent Form 1 and should be used in conjunction with RCOG Clinical Governance Advice No. 6, Obtaining Valid Consent. Please refer to RCOG Green-top guideline No. 49, Preventing Entry-related Gynaecological Laparoscopic Injuries.
The aim of the paper 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 any of the following fully with the woman.
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