BMJ: 5 Most Common Adverse Events in Surgical Settings

  1. events related to surgical procedures (49.3%)
  2. adverse drug events (26.6%)
  3. healthcare-associated infections (12.4%)
  4. patient care events (11.2%)
  5. blood transfusion reactions (0.5%).
Notes: Results from a study of 1,009 patients at 11 U.S. hospitals in 2018. Adverse events were identified in 38.0% of patients admitted to the hospital for surgery.

Source: Safety of inpatient care in surgical settings: cohort study," BMJ, November 13, 2024. - https://www.bmj.com/content/387/bmj-2024-080480

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