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SVMIC Avoiding Surgical Mishaps: Dissecting the Risks
consent could be addressed in communication, documentation,
systems, and even medication.
Data Review
Let’s begin with a look at SVMIC closed claims between January
1, 2013, and December 31, 2018, in which there was a paid loss
on behalf of surgeons.
This graph includes the primary risk categories that contributed
to the indefensibility of these suits.
image courtesy of svmic
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