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This study analyzed 1,166 reports of informed consent and schedule errors related to wrong-site surgery across hospitals and ambulatory surgical facilities in Pennsylvania over four years. The findings revealed that 66% of errors involved scheduling, with side errors being the most common subtype at 69%. The study emphasizes the need for improved processes to prevent these errors, highlighting the importance of accurate consent and scheduling in surgical settings.

Author

Christy Setiawan

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EN