Hospital Errors and Adverse Events Declined Last Decade: Study
The findings of a new study show significant decreases in adverse events and complications over the last decade which occur when patients are hospitalized.
Tag Archives: Medical Mistakes
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ISMP Report Warns Health Care Workers Feel More Disrespected Than Ever By Other Healthcare Providers
A new study shows healthcare workers experience frequent disrespect from co-workers, which they say results in poorer patient care and medical mistakes.
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Less Experienced Surgeons May Increase Risk of Returning to Operating Room, Post-Surgical Complications: Study
The findings of a new study indicate patients treated by less experienced emergency surgeons are more likely to suffer complications and need follow-up surgeries.
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Problems With Infusion Pumps and Extended-Release Opioids Topped Medical Safety Concerns Last Year: ISMP Report
The ISMP released a list of the most common medication and medical device errors in 2020, with opioids and infusion pumps topping the list.
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More Than 300 Hospice Centers Get Failing Grade From Inspector General
A new federal report found deficiencies in 80% of all hospice care centers in the U.S., and determined that 300 failed to provide adequate care to dying patients.
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Treatment at “Accredited” Hospitals Does Not Result in Better Outcomes: Study
A new study finds little difference in mortality and readmission rates between hospitals that are accredited and those that are not.
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Handing Over Patients Under Anesthesia To Different Doctors Increases Risk Of Adverse Events: Study
A new study finds that handing over patients under anesthesia to different hospital personnel increases the risk of complications and deaths.
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One-Third of All Medical Malpactice Claims Filed Against 1% of U.S. Doctors: Report
Just 1% of doctors account for nearly a third of all medical malpractice lawsuits, and those who face multiple claims are most likely to be sued again, according to the…
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Ohio Medical Malpractice Bill Seeks to Expand “I’m Sorry” Law
Ohio is considering expanding laws that prevent victims of medical malpractice from using doctors' admissions of mistakes and apologies in court.
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Hospital Mistakes, Infections on Decline After Obamacare: DHHS Report
A new report shows that there has been a decline in the rates of hospital mistakes that lead to patient harm, with the Affordable Care Act also helping reduce hospital…
