Feb 27, 2020

Avoiding and Managing Error in Interventional Radiology Practice: Tips and Tools

Canadian Association of Radiologists journal = Journal l'Association canadienne des radiologistes
Sebastian Mafeld, E L S Musing, Aaron Conway, Sean Kennedy, George Oreopoulos, Dheeraj Rajan
While there are limited data on error in interventional radiology (IR), the literature so far indicates that many errors in IR are potentially preventable. Yet, understanding the sources for error and implementing effective countermeasures can be challenging. Traditional methods for reducing error such as increased vigilance and new policies may be effective but can also contribute to an "error cycle." A hierarchy of effectiveness for patient safety interventions is outlined, and the...