A 9-year analysis of medical malpractice litigations in coronary artery bypass grafting in China

Abstract

Key Points 1. The procedural error was the most common reason in CABG malpractice claims. 2. Malpractice occurred most in postoperative management procedure. 3. CABG claims caused by surgical injuries have a higher proportion of liability.

Keywords

• Coronary artery bypass
• Malpractice
• Postoperative complications