Risk factor analysis of medical litigation outcomes in obstetrics and gynecology: A retrospective cohort study of 344 claims in Japan
System errors, diagnostic errors, and clinics were significantly associated with acceptance claims. These findings underscore the necessity of addressing modifiable factors at the physician level and within the healthcare management system to enhance patient safety and reduce litigation risks, thereby ensuring a safer and more reliable healthcare environment for patients and medical professionals.
Authors
- Ayako Shibata (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-4859-8705)
- Norio Yamamoto (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-7902-9994)
- Jun Watanabe (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-7187-3664)
- Takashi Watari (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-9322-8455)
- Kyosuke Kamijo (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7375-7651)
Institutions
- Jichi Medical University (JP)
- Nagano Prefectural Suzaka Hospital (JP)
- Yodogawa Christian Hospital (JP)
- Hiroshima Kyoritsu Hospital (JP)
- Kyoto University Hospital (JP)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Journal of Forensic and Legal Medicine
- Published
- 2024-09-06
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jflm.2024.102752
- Citations
- 3
- Primary Topic
- Medical Malpractice and Liability Issues
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 2.83
Funders
- Japan Society for the Promotion of Science