Misrepresentation

Misrepresentation

Misrepresentation (/ˌmɪsˌrɛprɪzɛnˈteɪʃən/) is a concept in medical ethics and law that refers to the act of making false or misleading statements about a medical condition, treatment, or procedure.

Etymology

The term "misrepresentation" is derived from the Middle English word "misrepresenten," which means to present falsely or dishonestly. It is a combination of the prefix "mis-" (wrongly) and "represent" (to present or depict).

Related Terms

• Fraud: A deliberate deception to secure unfair or unlawful gain. Misrepresentation is often a component of fraud in medical contexts.
• Negligence: Failure to take proper care in doing something, which can include misrepresentation of medical facts.
• Malpractice: Improper, illegal, or negligent professional activity or treatment, especially by a medical practitioner, which can involve misrepresentation.
• Informed Consent: A process for getting permission before conducting a healthcare intervention on a patient, which requires accurate representation of the medical situation.

See Also

• Medical Ethics
• Medical Law
• Patient Rights

References

External links

• Medical encyclopedia article on Misrepresentation
• Wikipedia's article - Misrepresentation

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