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Revision as of 17:26, 30 April 2025

A surrogate is one who takes the place of another.[1]

Surrogate consent is consent for medical and/or surgical treatment that is granted by a substitute for the patient. Surrogate consent is used when the patient is mentally or legally incapable of granting consent.


References

  1. REFweb surrogate, Merriam-Webster. Retrieved 30 April 2025.