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INTRODUCTION: The study in question starts from a general analysis of Law n. 219/2017 and then to deepen the patient's right to self-determination, which is exercised through the expression of an informed consent to medical therapy. The analysis refers in particular to the patient's decision-making autonomy, the professional autonomy of the doctor and his consequent responsibility. MATERIALS AND METHODS: This study examines the art. 5 of the Law n. 219/2017, where the Legislator has defined the theme of shared planning of care. The authors compare the Advance Treatment Provisions (Article 4 - Law No. 219/2017) and the Shared Care Planning, to then examine the emerging relationship of care between doctor and patient. RESULT: The relationship of care must be related to the patient's willingness to decide on his future and to the technical and scientific information that the doctor is required to give. CONCLUSION: In conclusion, the Authors highlight the innovative content of the shared care plan, emphasizing the importance for a patient suffering from a chronic and progressive disease to be actively involved in formulating their own therapeutic plan.
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Informed Consent/legislation & jurisprudence , Patient Rights/legislation & jurisprudence , Humans , Italy , Patient Care Management , Patient Participation , Personal AutonomyABSTRACT
AIM: This study offers an overview regarding news and main themes which have been introduced by Law n. 24/2017 (the so called "Gelli-Bianco" law) in Italy. The normative content deals with the features of civil liability for healthcare professionals. More specifically, this article is referred to the contractual and extra-contractual liability of paediatric dentists. Dentists often provide services combining healthcare and dental procedures as well as aesthetic activities. Thanks to the case law and doctrine tradition, the distinction between contracts of employment and contracts of work is clearly stated. This examination is focused on highlighting methods employed by paediatric dentists to prevent possible actions of suing for compensation.
