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AR HB1785
Bill
Status
Failed
5/1/2023
Primary Sponsor
Aaron Pilkington
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AI Summary
- Requires healthcare providers to obtain written informed consent from a patient or the patient's representative before implanting or inserting surgical mesh
- Informed consent must include information on why the surgical mesh is being implanted, the FDA classification of the mesh, and information about potential complications
- Defines surgical mesh as a material device used to provide additional support when repairing weakened or damaged tissue
- Allows healthcare providers to implant surgical mesh without prior consent only in medical emergencies when the patient cannot consent and the patient's representative cannot be contacted, requiring notification within 48 hours of the patient regaining consciousness
Legislative Description
To Require Informed Consent Before Surgical Mesh Implantation.
Last Action
Died in Senate Committee at Sine Die adjournment.
5/1/2023
Committee Referrals
Public Health, Welfare And Labor4/4/2023
Public Health, Welfare and Labor3/29/2023
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