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July 31, 2025

Informed Consent in Surgical Practice - Bridging Ethical Principles and Implementation Challenges in the Democratic Republic of Congo: A Qualitative Exploration

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FLFabrice LELEJNJean NirereKJKambale Tsandiraki Justin

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Overview

Qualitative exploration reveals systemic communication gaps and power imbalances in informed consent processes.

Key Points

  • Only 50.19% of patients received explanations of surgical risks, indicating severe gaps in informed consent practices.
  • About 34.60% of participants felt pressured to consent, highlighting the need for improved decision-making authority.
  • A thematic analysis of feedback indicates strong demand for enhanced clinician communication and plain-language tools.
  • Systemic issues in the DRC require reforms to ensure informed consent becomes a meaningful dialogue rather than a mere formality.

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LELE et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/689a094be6551bb0af8cf205https://doi.org/10.21203/rs.3.rs-6999921/v1
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