**5.1 Objectives**


The above objectives may require multidisciplinary team management in certain cases like, cardiac disease, respiratory diseases, concurrent surgical conditions, endocrine conditions and others. It is important that the patient has a full understanding of the procedure and its anticipated complications. In case of emergencies the discussion with the patient should be carried out in a best shortest time not to jeopardise the objective of the procedure. Blood products should be organised if deemed necessary.

The person performing the surgical procedure is responsible for checking that the written consent has been signed and explain the need for the operation again. Risks and complications should be clearly communicated with the patient and care must be taken when explaining the frequency of the complications and those that are less likely.
