Indiana HB1197 mandates informed consent for hysterectomies and oophorectomies, requiring physicians to provide specific information and obtain both.

Indiana HB1197 introduces a requirement for physicians to obtain informed consent from patients before performing a hysterectomy or oophorectomy. This consent must be both oral and written, ensuring the patient is fully informed about the procedure at least two weeks prior. The bill allows for an exception in life-threatening emergencies where prior consent is impossible. Patients can modify the consent form to include conditions under which the surgeon must stop the surgery and suture any open wounds.

Indiana HB1197 mandates informed consent for hysterectomies and oophorectomies, requiring physicians to provide specific information and obtain both.

Indiana HB1197 introduces a requirement for physicians to obtain informed consent from patients before performing a hysterectomy or oophorectomy. This consent must be both oral and written, ensuring the patient is fully informed about the procedure at least two weeks prior. The bill allows for an exception in life-threatening emergencies where prior consent is impossible. Patients can modify the consent form to include conditions under which the surgeon must stop the surgery and suture any open wounds.