Election
Election (medical)
Election (pronounced: eh-lek-shun) is a term used in the medical field, particularly in the context of surgery and medical ethics. It refers to the process of choosing a course of action, often involving a decision between multiple treatment options.
Etymology
The term 'election' originates from the Latin word 'electionem', which means 'choice' or 'selection'. In the medical context, it has been used since the late 19th century to denote the process of making a choice between different treatment options.
Related Terms
- Elective Surgery: This is a type of surgery that is scheduled in advance because it does not involve a medical emergency. Elective surgeries are chosen ('elected') by the patient and doctor together.
- Informed Consent: This is a process for getting permission before conducting a healthcare intervention on a patient. It involves a clear understanding and acknowledgement of the facts, implications, and future consequences of an action.
- Medical Decision Making: This is a process that involves making a choice between different treatment options based on the patient's values and preferences, the clinical evidence, and the healthcare context.
- Patient Autonomy: This is the right of patients to make decisions about their medical care without their healthcare provider trying to influence the decision. Patient autonomy is a fundamental principle in medical ethics.
- Therapeutic Election: This is the process of choosing a therapeutic intervention, often involving a decision between multiple treatment options.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Election
- Wikipedia's article - Election
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