Using proactive risk assessment (HFMEA) to improve patient safety and quality associated with intraocular lens selection and implantation in cataract surgery. | AHRQ Patient Safety Network

Using proactive risk assessment (HFMEA) to improve patient safety and quality associated with intraocular lens selection and implantation in cataract surgery. | AHRQ Patient Safety Network

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• Published August 2019

Using proactive risk assessment (HFMEA) to improve patient safety and quality associated with intraocular lens selection and implantation in cataract surgery.

DeRosier JM, Hansemann BK, Smith-Wheelock MW, Bagian JP. Jt Comm J Qual Patient Saf. 2019 Aug 15; [Epub ahead of print].

Researchers used failure mode and effects analysis to examine intraocular lens implantation. They report uncovering many potential failure modes or safety vulnerabilities and extensive variation in how this procedure is conducted. The authors recommend standardization, changes to equipment and workflows, and quality assurance through direct observation in order to enhance safety.

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