Reasons for the persistence of adverse events in the era of safer surgery – a qualitative approach

OBJECTIVE: We sought to evaluate potential reasons given by board-certified doctors for the persistence of adverse events despite efforts to improve patient safety in Switzerland. SUMMARY BACKGROUND DATA: In recent years, substantial efforts have been made to improve patient safety b...

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Main Authors: Reto Kaderli, Julia C. Seelandt, Melika Umer, Franziska Tschan, Adrian P. Businger
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: SMW supporting association (Trägerverein Swiss Medical Weekly SMW) 2013-09-01
Series:Swiss Medical Weekly
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Online Access:https://www.smw.ch/index.php/smw/article/view/1759