What is preventable harm in healthcare? A systematic review of definitions
Open Access
- 25 May 2012
- journal article
- review article
- Published by Springer Science and Business Media LLC in BMC Health Services Research
- Vol. 12 (1), 128
- https://doi.org/10.1186/1472-6963-12-128
Abstract
Mitigating or reducing the risk of harm associated with the delivery of healthcare is a policy priority. While the risk of harm can be reduced in some instances (i.e. preventable), what constitutes preventable harm remains unclear. A standardized and clear definition of preventable harm is the first step towards safer and more efficient healthcare delivery system. We aimed to summarize the definitions of preventable harm and its conceptualization in healthcare.Keywords
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