title: Medical malpractice claims in cardiology.
abstract: Diagnostic errors are the leading cause of loss in cardiology liability suits. Physicians could reduce loss by ruling out conditions carrying the greatest risk if misdiagnosed and by consulting with a radiologist concerning abnormal x-rays. Lack of documentation, poor physician communication, and adverse patient perception also lead to problems.
authors.affiliation: MIIENJ, Lawrenceville 08648.
authors.forename: S L
authors.initials: SL
authors.lastname: Kuehm
authors.forename: E
authors.initials: E
authors.lastname: Abraham
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D002309:Cardiology / Q000331:legislation & jurisprudence*; D003951:Diagnostic Errors; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007341:Insurance / Q000191:economics*; D007343:Insurance Carriers / Q000191:economics*; D008297:Male; D008318:Malpractice / Q000191:economics*; D009515:New Jersey