Malpractice in Dermatopathology—Principles, Risk Mitigation, and Opportunities for Improved Care for the Histologic Diagnosis of Melanoma and Pigmented Lesions - 15/08/11
Doi : 10.1016/j.cll.2007.12.006
Whitney A. High, MD ⁎ 
Department of Dermatology, University of Colorado Health Sciences Center, P.O. Box 6510, Mail Stop F703, Aurora, CO 80045, USA
University of Colorado Dermatopathology Consultants, P.O. Box 6510, Mail Stop F703, Aurora, CO 80045.Abstract |
Melanoma represents a substantial source of risk within dermatology and dermatopathology. This article seeks to provide general pathologists, dermatologists and dermatopathologists with an overview of the basics principles of medical malpractice litigation, a review of the essentials of reporting and the importance of expert consultation for melanoma and pigmented lesions, and suggestions to improve quality care and reduce medicolegal risk associated with melanoma and pigmented lesions.
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Vol 28 - N° 2
P. 261-284 - juin 2008 Retour au numéro
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