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Iatrogenesis: ethical and legal aspects.
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PMID:  22106743     Owner:  NLM     Status:  In-Process    
Abstract/OtherAbstract:
This article describes iatrogenic events, giving examples that range from individual error to systemic malfunctions. It then goes on to analyze individual and system responsibilities in the disclosure of iatrogenic events. A discussion follows on the physician's responsibility, professional integrity, "duty to warn", and transparency as they relate to error disclosure, including an examination of the role of apology and repair in the setting of iatrogenesis. It concludes by considering the moral and legal operational implications of iatrogenic events and the building of a culture of safety.
Authors:
Tomas J Silber; Mary Anne Hilliard
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Publication Detail:
Type:  Journal Article    
Journal Detail:
Title:  Adolescent medicine: state of the art reviews     Volume:  22     ISSN:  1934-4287     ISO Abbreviation:  Adolesc Med State Art Rev     Publication Date:  2011 Aug 
Date Detail:
Created Date:  2011-11-23     Completed Date:  -     Revised Date:  -    
Medline Journal Info:
Nlm Unique ID:  101314248     Medline TA:  Adolesc Med State Art Rev     Country:  United States    
Other Details:
Languages:  eng     Pagination:  289-300, x-xi     Citation Subset:  IM    
Affiliation:
Pediatric Ethics Program, Division of Adolescent Medicine, Children's National Medical Center, USA. tsilber@childrensnational.org
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