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.

Case Study

Pain Out of Proportion: Missed Thrombosis Results in Limb Loss

A patient with severe lower extremity pain and neurologic symptoms was evaluated in the emergency department after a minor injury and discharged with a presumed musculoskeletal diagnosis. Delayed recognition of an underlying vascular condition resulted in irreversible tissue injury and eventual limb loss.

Related To: Claims, Diagnosis, Emergency Medicine

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Delayed Recognition and Management of Sickle Cell Disease Results in Crisis and Stroke

Omission of prescribed medication and delayed treatment of vaso-occlusive complications in a patient with sickle cell disease led to a sickle cell crisis and thrombotic stroke.

Related To: Claims, Communication, Diagnosis

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When Severe Abdominal Pain Does Not Match the Exam

A high-risk patient with untreated atrial fibrillation presented with classic ischemia warning signs, but delayed escalation to CT angiography and surgical evaluation led to bowel necrosis, extensive resection, and lifelong complications.

Related To: Claims, Diagnosis, Documentation