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Researchers give ideas to prevent patient misdiagnosis

On Behalf of | Oct 21, 2022 | Medical Malpractice |

Misdiagnosis is one of the most common reasons for people to suffer avoidable damage after seeking medical care. Pennsylvanians should be cognizant of this problem if they have gone for medical assistance and their issue was not resolved, it got worse or they suffered another medical concern entirely.

Researchers are always trying to find ways for medical professionals to improve while simultaneously protecting patients. However, it is important to note that when recommendations are given, they are often based on mistakes that are consistently coming up. For people who believe they have been misdiagnosed or lost a loved one because of a misdiagnosis, it is wise to be aware of the options to hold medical professionals, hospitals and facilities accountable.

Study provides list of practices to avoid common diagnostic mistakes

In a newly published study in The Joint Commission Journal on Quality and Patient Safety, researchers gave a list of strategies medical professionals are advised to follow to prevent diagnostic mistakes. The report listed objectives that researchers believe will improve the patient-doctor relationship and help with better outcomes free of mistakes.

The organization must have proper leadership from administration to the bedside treatment of patients. This will help with holding all links in the chain to a specific standard of care. Culturally, medical professionals should trust in the culture that has been established in the facility and will treat them fairly. Feedback is essential as it enhances the way information is transmitted.

Every aspect should be considered, including human factors and potential cognitive missteps. Health records must be scrutinized with input from patients to ensure they are accurate when making a diagnosis. The system must be efficient, streamlined and standardized so communication is clear and effective.

Having advice with a potential medical error can help with determining options

These recommendations indicate frequently made errors that doctors and other medical professionals might make. Medical professionals strive to give an accurate diagnosis to patients. When they fail to do so, it can cause injuries, a worsened condition, illness and death.

People need to think about their situation, the long-term damage they are facing financially, personally and professionally and take the necessary steps to recover compensation. A medical malpractice claim can help them achieve that. It is imperative to gather evidence, analyze the case and follow the process to move forward. Consulting with professionals who understand these cases can be crucial and should be done immediately.