Causes of Post Surgery Disputes between Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgeons with Patients

Abstract

Advances in science and technology and the ability, skills, and soul of the art of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgeons can change human organs according to the patient's wishes to improve one's appearance to become more beautiful or handsome. Aesthetic plastic surgery is not performed to treat physical disabilities, in contrast to reconstructive plastic surgery, which aims to treat physical disabilities. However, misunderstandings or failures can occur because Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgeons are also human, so it does not give satisfaction to the results expected by the patient. Not infrequently, the misunderstanding peaked, resulting in a dispute between the doctor of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgeons with the patient. This research method is normative juridical research empirical. The research specification in this study is descriptive-analytical. Research conducted using secondary data sources that include primary legal materials in norms, basic rules, laws, and regulations. The results of this study explain that Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgeons should not give an appointment or guarantee success on the surgical efforts that have been done because there are other factors beyond their power as a doctor. The doctor should explain the risks and complications that may occur. In addition, before surgery, it is recommended that a complete agreement be made with the patient, and the patient understands and understands the risks or possibilities that can occur postoperatively in the future. The doctor and patient agreement are made in full and detailed in written form before medical action is carried out by involving a notary public to ensure legal certainty, fairness, and benefit.