The MedMal Room: The $12 Million Misoprostol Case
When routine replaces reflection, consent becomes a courtroom exhibit. A $12 million verdict shows why forensic ethics belongs in every labor unit.
Preamble:
According to the American College of Obstetricians & Gynecologists (ACOG), informed consent should be obtained before any diagnostic or therapeutic procedure, ideally early enough in the clinical course to allow time for reflection and questions. It should also be revisited whenever new information arises or the treatment plan changes, ensuri…
