Characteristics and trends of medical malpractice claims in Japan between 2006 and 2021.

ABSTRACT: Classification and analysis of existing data on medical malpractice lawsuits are useful in identifying the root causes of medical errors and considering measures to prevent recurrence. No study has shown the actual prevalence of all closed malpractice claims in Japan, including the number of cases and their trial results. In this study, we illustrated the recent trends of closed malpractice claims by medical specialty, the effects of the acceptance rates and the settlements and clarified the trends and characteristics. This was a descriptive study of all closed malpractice claims data from the Supreme Court in Japan from 2006-2021. Trends and the characteristics in closed malpractice claims by medical specialty and the outcomes of the claims, including settlements and judgments, were extra

SUBMITTER: Taniguchi K 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10727369 | biostudies-literature | 2023

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature