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Voluntariness Mandate

Meaning

The Voluntariness Mandate is the foundational ethical and legal requirement stipulating that an individual’s participation in any clinical procedure, research study, or health intervention must be entirely free from coercion, duress, or undue influence. This principle is a cornerstone of informed consent, ensuring that the patient’s decision is a true expression of their autonomous will after a thorough understanding of the risks and benefits. It safeguards patient rights, particularly in the context of complex or novel hormonal therapies.