title: The efficacy of the autopsy in medical quality assurance.
abstract: Autopsy is seen as the foundation of a pathology information service that possesses intrinsic value in the enhancement of medical care of the seriously ill. However, if it is to survive as a cost-effective consultative practice in the hospital setting, consideration must be given to the scientific principles of both information management and behavioral change strategies at the organizational level. The rationale for goals and the methodology are discussed.
mesh_terms: D001344:Autopsy / Q000379:methods / Q000592:standards; D019411:Clinical Laboratory Techniques; D003933:Diagnosis; D003951:Diagnostic Errors; D004813:Epidemiology; D006801:Humans; D011785:Quality Assurance, Health Care