Descriptive analysis of errors in internal ultrasound of level DEGUM III for the period 03/2006 – 03/2013
H Lesker, C Görg · Ultraschall in der Medizin - European Journal of Ultrasound · 2016 · Heft 08
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Purpose: To analyse and describe errors in internal ultrasound and to investigate these with regard to basic factors of influence. Material and methods: Diagnostic errors (n = 154) met the inclusion criteria and were analysed retrospectively. Errors were distinguished in the categories major and minor errors (with/without consequences for the patients) as well as preventable and non-preventable errors. Factors of influence like 1. device-related factors, 2. patient-related factors, 3. external factors and 4. observer related factors were differentiated. Results: Major errors occurred at n = 43 patients (27.9%);…