Diagnosis

According to Candello data, one in three malpractice cases resulting in death or permanent disability are due to inaccurate or delayed diagnosis. To address this serious risk, CRICO has created a series of resources to assist clinicians in ways to avoid diagnostic errors.

Our Case Studies

CRICO's case studies educate you on what can go wrong in clinical settings and how you can prevent similar issues.

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Delayed Breast Cancer Diagnosis after Insufficient Follow-Up

A lack of follow-up for a palpable lump caused a delay in a woman's diagnosis for cancer. The advanced stage of the cancer required a serious treatment for five-years, resulting in a postponement of pregnancy.

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Misinterpretation of CT Scan Delays Stroke Diagnosis

A misinterpretation of a stat CT scan result and a lack of communication between providers delays an unresponsive woman’s stroke diagnosis.

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Toddler Requires Surgery after Delay in Foreign Body Diagnosis

Miscommunication and failure to follow protocol results in a decomposing button battery being surgically removed from a two-year-old patient’s nose.

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Improper Management and Lack of Communication Causes Significant Post-Surgery Complications

A 60-year-old female suffered long-term injury from the mismanaged complications of a cholecystectomy.

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Bringing Malpractice Data to Bear on the Challenge of Diagnostic Errors

Reducing the Occurrence of Malpractice Cases Involving Inadequate Patient Assessment

Our Case Studies

Delayed Breast Cancer Diagnosis after Insufficient Follow-Up

Misinterpretation of CT Scan Delays Stroke Diagnosis

Toddler Requires Surgery after Delay in Foreign Body Diagnosis

Improper Management and Lack of Communication Causes Significant Post-Surgery Complications

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