Written question asked by Lord Blencathra (Conservative) on Wednesday, 24 February 1999, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 13 April 1999. It was answered by Lord Hutton of Furness (Labour) on Tuesday, 13 April 1999 on behalf of the Department of Health.

Dept of Health

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Health, what warnings are given to patients of the dangers of myelography.

Answer: Mr. Maclean: To ask the Secretary of State for Health what warnings are given to patients of the dangers of myelography. [73950] Mr. Hutton: Patients are entitled to receive sufficient information in a way they can understand about the proposed treatments/procedures (which would include myelography), the possible alternatives, and any substantial risks, so that they can make an informed decision. Clinicians should use their skill, knowledge and experience to weigh carefully the likely benefits of any treatment or procedure against the anticipated risk and, following discussion with the patient, to exercise their clinical judgment and expertise accordingly.

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