Surgery Safety Crisis: 38% of Patients Suffer Adverse Events
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A study conducted across 11 Massachusetts hospitals reveals a concerning 38% rate of adverse events during surgical procedures, with nearly half being severe. Despite technological and procedural advancements in surgical safety since 1991, these preventable harms persist, indicating a critical need for enhanced safety measures and patient involvement in healthcare practices. High Rates of Surgical […]
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A study conducted across 11 Massachusetts hospitals reveals a concerning 38% rate of adverse events during surgical procedures, with nearly half being severe. Despite technological and procedural advancements in surgical safety since 1991, these preventable harms persist, indicating a critical need for enhanced safety measures and patient involvement in healthcare practices. High Rates of Surgical…
A study conducted across 11 Massachusetts hospitals reveals a concerning 38% rate of adverse events during surgical procedures, with nearly half being severe. Despite technological and procedural advancements in surgical safety since 1991, these preventable harms persist, indicating a critical need for enhanced safety measures and patient involvement in healthcare practices. High Rates of Surgical…