Abstract
The incidence of medicolegal cases is on the rise in our country. Law influences every aspect of human activity and dentistry in this regard is no exception. Any medical case with legal implications where investigation by lawful agencies is necessary is called a MLC. It requires thorough examination of the subject by a team of medical experts, and detailed documentation is of utmost importance. Proper consent detailing the treatment outcome with associated complications should be done to avoid litigation. Nevertheless stabilising the patient and the life-saving procedures should remain the primary goal. The medical officer on duty should never delay in informing the police about the incident. The attending doctor should efficiently and fluently provide the report following guidelines laid by the ICMR DCI and the government. The complete management of MLC includes registration and reporting, examination and diagnosis, preparation of complete report, investigation and treatment and confirmed diagnosis prior to discharge along with issuing a medical and disability (if any) certificate. Negligence at any step of management can lead to legal proceeding against the involved team and the hospital. This chapter provides an overview of ethical standards, consent and its types, negligence and liabilities of dental practitioners.
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Paul, G., Sharma, P., Kumar Bali, R. (2021). Medicolegal Aspects in Maxillofacial Trauma. In: Singh, A.K., Sharma, N.K. (eds) Maxillofacial Trauma. Springer, Singapore. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-33-6338-0_6
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