Litigation in English rhinology.
【연구 목적】 영국 국립보건서비스(NHS)에서 코 질환 관련 소송이 증가하고 있는지, 그리고 어떤 시술에서 가장 많은 소송이 발생하는지 확인하여 의료 비용 부담과 소송 예방 전략을 모색하는 것.
- p-value p = 0.0451
APA
Harris AS, Edwards SJ, Pope L (2015). Litigation in English rhinology.. The Journal of laryngology and otology, 129(3), 244-9. https://doi.org/10.1017/S0022215115000286
MLA
Harris AS, et al.. "Litigation in English rhinology.." The Journal of laryngology and otology, vol. 129, no. 3, 2015, pp. 244-9.
PMID
25797448
Abstract
[OBJECTIVE] Litigation is a rising financial burden on the National Health Service. This study aims to show if litigation is increasing in rhinology and which procedures lead to the most claims.
[METHODS] Ten years of data were obtained from the National Health Service Litigation Authority. Rhinology claims were examined for cost, injury, diagnosis and operation type.
[RESULTS] Of the 123 rhinology claims identified, 52 per cent were successful. There was a 56 per cent increase in the average annual number of claims between the first half of the study period and the second (p = 0.0451). The commonest reasons for a claim were poor cosmesis (15.6 per cent) and lack of informed consent (14 per cent).
[CONCLUSION] The number of claims in rhinology increased over the study period. Most claims resulted from poor cosmetic outcome, lack of consent or recognised complications. It is suggested that enhanced communication and management of patient expectations could reduce litigation and improve patient satisfaction.
[METHODS] Ten years of data were obtained from the National Health Service Litigation Authority. Rhinology claims were examined for cost, injury, diagnosis and operation type.
[RESULTS] Of the 123 rhinology claims identified, 52 per cent were successful. There was a 56 per cent increase in the average annual number of claims between the first half of the study period and the second (p = 0.0451). The commonest reasons for a claim were poor cosmesis (15.6 per cent) and lack of informed consent (14 per cent).
[CONCLUSION] The number of claims in rhinology increased over the study period. Most claims resulted from poor cosmetic outcome, lack of consent or recognised complications. It is suggested that enhanced communication and management of patient expectations could reduce litigation and improve patient satisfaction.
MeSH Terms
Humans; Informed Consent; Insurance Claim Review; Malpractice; Medical Errors; Nasal Surgical Procedures; National Health Programs; Otolaryngology; Surgery, Plastic; United Kingdom