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This article discusses medical errors being judged in criminal court in Japan and argues for establishing a new patient safety system. It notes that since 1999, the number of medical accident cases being tried in criminal court has rapidly increased. However, intervening the criminal justice system does not necessarily contribute to medical or patient safety. The article examines issues around preventing medical accidents, responding to accidents, and the role of law. It argues for moving beyond just sancti

Author

Peter Phelps

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