Complications in Aesthetic Surgery: Medical Legal Responsibility and Health Insurance Claims
Keywords:
Legal Liability of Hospitals & Doctor;, Aesthetic Surgery Complications; Health Insurance ClaimsAbstract
Aesthetic surgery as an elective medical procedure is increasingly in demand by the public, but it poses new legal challenges when postoperative complications occur. This study aims to analyze the legal responsibility of hospitals and doctors for complications of aesthetic surgery, the obligation to provide informed consent, and the implications of complications for health insurance claims. The method used is qualitative with a literature study approach, through analysis of laws and regulations, court decisions, and the latest academic literature. The results of the study indicate that the legal responsibility of doctors and hospitals is regulated in the Medical Practice Law, the Hospital Law, and the Health Law, but does not specifically regulate aesthetic procedures. Aesthetic complications can give rise to legal liability if there is a violation of professional standards or failure to provide valid and complete informed consent. The ambiguity in the scope of the insurance policy complicates the claims process when aesthetic complications require further medical action. On the other hand, legal principles such as duty of care, standard of care, breach, and causation are the main references in determining medical negligence (malpractice). Strengthening regulations and increasing transparency in aesthetic medical practice are needed to protect patient rights and prevent legal conflicts.
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