Journal article
Indicators of Safety Compromise in Gastrointestinal Endoscopy
Abstract
INTRODUCTION: The importance of quality indicators has become increasingly recognized in gastrointestinal endoscopy. Patient safety requires the identification and monitoring of occurrences associated with harm or the potential for harm. The identification of relevant indicators of safety compromise is, therefore, a critical element that is key to the effective implementation of endoscopy quality improvement programs.
OBJECTIVE: To identify key …
Authors
Borgaonkar MR; Hookey L; Hollingworth R; Kuipers EJ; Forster A; Armstrong D; Barkun A; Bridges R; Carter R; de Gara C
Journal
Canadian Journal of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Vol. 26, No. 2, pp. 71–78
Publisher
Hindawi
Publication Date
2012
DOI
10.1155/2012/782790
ISSN
2291-2789