Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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5734181 | Journal of Surgical Research | 2017 | 6 Pages |
Abstract
The most common factors present in litigation included the allegation that PD was unnecessarily performed. The cases that are awarded large monetary sums are those that involve continued medical care. Ways to improve patient safety and limit litigation include increasing transparency and communication with a thorough discussion between surgeon and patient of the most common topics of litigation discussed.
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Authors
Seema P. MD, Anthony J. MD, MBS, Gigio JD, Joseph B. MD, MPH, Derick MD, Jean Anderson MD, FACS, Ravi J. MD,