The case studies in this article illustrate findings from closed claims analysis. The identification of various underlying issues revealed in the data presents an opportunity to employ risk management strategies in anesthesia care. Such strategies help ensure safer patient care and may mitigate the potential frequency and severity of claims brought against anesthesiologists.
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CASE ONE CASE TWO CASE THREE & FOUR |
CASE FIVE SPECIAL FEATURE |
Related Topics: Vicarious Liability, Surgery, Cognitive Errors, Obesity, Documentation, Disclosure, Anesthesiology
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