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Analyzing the root causes of neurosurgery complaints: a case study of 5 complaints

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Introduction By the end of 2022, the amount of medical malpractice has increased by 11.8% compared to the previous year, of which 46.6% have resulted in a conviction. Considering the importance of this issue, the present study aimed to determine the frequency of medical errors in the field of neurosurgery during the last five years. Method The present study was a cross-sectional descriptive study. The statistical population included 5 cases of patient complaints against neurosurgeons, which were analyzed. Results The results of this study showed that communication between doctor and patient is an inseparable part of the process of reducing complaints from doctors. Conclusion Based on the results of this study, it is suggested that the attending physician should provide clear justification to the patients, and more attention should be paid to the issue of communication between the physician and the patient.

Source: Interdisciplinary Neurosurgery

DOI: 10.1016/j.inat.2025.102078

Authors: Bahram Aminmansour, Hamed Shoaee, Vahid Moghtader, Niloufar Talebi Meimand, Donya Sheibani Tehrani

Institutions: Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Shahid Beheshti University

Language: English

Topic: Medical Malpractice and Liability Issues

Subfield: Pharmacy

Field: Health Professions

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $1,910