Incidence and characteristics of adverse events in paediatric inpatient care: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

Pernilla Dillner Luisa C Eggenschwiler Anne W S Rutjes Lena M Berg Sarah Naima Musy Michael Simon Giusi Moffa Ulrika Förberg Maria Unbeck

Published in: BMJ quality & safety (2022)

The reported incidence of AEs is highly variable in paediatric inpatient care research, and it is not possible to estimate a reliable single rate. Poor reporting standards and methodological differences hinder the comparison of study results.

Keyphrases

palliative care
healthcare
intensive care unit
risk factors
emergency department
quality improvement
mental health
pain management
acute care
affordable care act
electronic health record
clinical evaluation