ArticleJournal of multidisciplinary healthcare2024
Exploring Barriers in Self-Reporting of Errors and Near Misses: A Cross-Sectional Study on Radiation Oncology in Saudi Arabia.
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- Factors Influencing Patient Safety Incident Reporting and Evidence-Based Improvement Strategies Among Healthcare Professionals in Saudi Arabia: A Systematic Review Aligned with Vision 2030.Journal of multidisciplinary healthcare · 2026Review
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Abstract
Background: Radiation therapy utilizes complex technologies to target tumors. Radiation therapy is not immune to human errors. Reporting medical errors and near misses is crucial to improving patient outcomes and ensuring the safety of future patients. Objective: This study aimed to measure the attitudes of radiotherapy staff members in Saudi Arabia regarding reporting errors and near misses in radiation therapy practice. It also examined the participants' reporting patterns and behaviors and explored the potential barriers to reporting errors and near misses as perceived by the participants. Methods: A cross-sectional study utilizing an online questionnaire was implemented. A sample of 70 health professionals working in radiation oncology departments in Saudi Arabia, including radiation oncologists, medical physicists, and radiotherapists, were recruited to participate in this study from January to June 2023. The data was analyzed using chi-squared testing to compare different groups, and the Kruskal-Wallis was used to find any statistically significant differences between different groups. Results: The study included 70 radiotherapy staff members. Professional roles did not significantly impact participants' decisions to report minor or major errors, with most consistently reporting errors to their supervisors regardless of role. The study revealed that fear of professional sanctions and the potential negative impact on a department's reputation are significant barriers to reporting errors or near misses. However, Only 17% of radiation oncologists did consider departmental sanctions as a barrier. Participants identified communication failure as the most significant source of errors in radiation oncology departments. The study also found a high level of agreement among the participants regarding the responsibility of reporting errors and near misses. Conclusion: The study investigated reporting errors and near misses in radiotherapy and considered the factors influencing them. The findings highlight the importance of effective communication and the implementation of an electronic reporting system.
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