title: Patient disclosure of medical errors in paediatrics: A systematic literature review.
abstract: Medical errors are common within paediatrics; however, little research has examined the process of disclosing medical errors in paediatric settings. The present systematic review of current research and policy initiatives examined evidence regarding the disclosure of medical errors involving paediatric patients. Peer-reviewed research from a range of scientific journals from the past 10 years is presented, and an overview of Canadian and international policies regarding disclosure in paediatric settings are provided. The purpose of the present review was to scope the existing literature and policy, and to synthesize findings into an integrated and accessible report. Future research priorities and policy implications are then identified.
authors.affiliation: Ryerson University, Toronto, Ontario.
authors.forename: Donna
authors.initials: D
authors.lastname: Koller
authors.affiliation: Ryerson University, Toronto, Ontario.
authors.forename: Anneke
authors.initials: A
authors.lastname: Rummens
authors.affiliation: Ryerson University, Toronto, Ontario.
authors.forename: Morgane
authors.initials: M
authors.lastname: Le Pouesard
authors.affiliation: Ryerson University, Toronto, Ontario.
authors.forename: Sherry
authors.initials: S
authors.lastname: Espin
authors.affiliation: Ryerson University, Toronto, Ontario.
authors.forename: Jeremy
authors.initials: J
authors.lastname: Friedman
authors.affiliation: Ryerson University, Toronto, Ontario.
authors.forename: Maitreya
authors.initials: M
authors.lastname: Coffey
authors.affiliation: Ryerson University, Toronto, Ontario.
authors.forename: Noah
authors.initials: N
authors.lastname: Kenneally
keywords: Disclosure; Medical errors; Paediatrics