Informed consent? Or is it?

Abstract

It was investigated to determine how effectively an individual would retain and recall information delivered to them approximately 6 months prior to cataract surgery. This information was delivered as part of the informed consent by the Doctor, and the legal consent was signed just prior to the cataract surgery starting.  The questionnaire was given to one group of patients before the surgery, and the same questionnaire was given to another group after the surgery was complete.