Wrong site surgery – wrong patient: invasive procedures in outpatient settings

Wrong site surgery – wrong patient: invasive procedures in outpatient settings The investigation looked at the risks involved in the correct identification of patients in outpatient departments. Correct identification is crucial to make sure they receive the right clinical procedure. Healthcare Safety Investigation Branch

See also:

• NHS blunder sees wrong woman given invasive procedure BBC News
• NHS mix-up led to female patient having unnecessary cervical examination The Independent