Informed consent

{
  "id": "MLC-T-INS-001829",
  "term": "Informed consent",
  "field": "Insurance and risk management",
  "definition": "The process by which an individual grants permission for a medical procedure, treatment, or participation in a study after receiving and understanding all relevant information. This includes details about the nature of the procedure, potential risks and benefits, alternative options, and the right to refuse. In insurance, it applies to the disclosure of personal health information for underwriting or claims processing.",
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/insurance/informed-consent/"
}