45:9-22.2 - Breast surgery; written consent of patient or representative - New Jersey Statutes

45:9-22.2.  Breast surgery;  written consent of patient or representative
    Before a physician operates on a patient for a tumor of the breast, the physician shall obtain written consent from the patient or the patient's authorized representative on a form which allows the patient:  a.  to give consent only for a biopsy;  b.  to give consent to perform any necessary operation or procedure including breast removal if it is determined that the patient has a malignant tumor in his or her breast or other breast abnormality;   or c.  to give consent for both a biopsy and an additional operation or  procedure if necessary.

     L.1984, c. 185, s. 1, eff. Nov. 14, 1984.