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03/Aug/2023
DOI: 10.31744/einstein_journal/2023AO0197
Highlights Up to 26% of patients with aortic aneurysms refused surgical repair. The proposed technique, whether open or endovascular, did not influence patients’ decisions. Patients with smaller aneurysms were more likely to refuse aortic aneurysm treatment. ABSTRACT Objective To analyze the refusal rate of elective aortic aneurysm surgery in asymptomatic patients after the presentation of a detailed informed consent form followed by a meeting where patient and their families can analyze each item. Methods We conducted a retrospective analysis of […]
Keywords: Aortic aneurysm; Consent forms; Decision making, shared; Patient rights; Vascular surgical procedures