Claims in orthopedic foot/ankle surgery, how can they help to improve quality of care? A retrospective claim analysis.
Fay R K SandersPatricia Wimmer-BoelhouwersOnno X DijtGino M M J KerkhoffsTim SchepersPublished in: European journal of orthopaedic surgery & traumatology : orthopedie traumatologie (2020)
Missed fracture diagnosis and "failed"/disappointing results of elective surgical procedures were the most common causes for claims. Sufficient knowledge of missed (foot) fractures and clear communication/expectation management before elective procedures could help to improve quality of healthcare and patient satisfaction.