Informed consent is necessary in good clinical practice. It is based on the patient´s ability to understand the information about the proposed procedure, the potential consequences and complications, and alternative options. The information is written in understandable language and is fortified by verbal discussion between physician and patient. The aim is to explain the problem, answer all questions and to ensure that the patient understands the problems and is able to make a decision. The theory is clear but what happens in daily practice?

Marcela Kopacova Jan Bures 2nd Department of Medicine Faculty of Medicine at Hradec Králové University Teaching Hospital Sokolská 581 500 05 Hradec Králové Czech Republic

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