Wouter Leclercq

Chapter 4 70 CONCLUSIONS In conclusion, informed consent in surgery is a rapidly developing area in medicine. 8 The role of surgeons in SIC is truly important and determines its quality. The SIC process is, however, complex. Transmitting correct and adequate information to make the patient well informed is crucial. 8 There are many tools to aid patients: Not solely to inform of surgical complication rates, but also to aid the patient in the decision making process and to reinforce the bond between surgeon and patient. 8 Current developments in SIC are not implemented in daily practice, according to this study, but many opportunities are available to improve the SIC process as wanted by many patients and doctors.