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  • Medical Ethics
  • Patient Safety
  • Plastic Surgery

Background:

  • Medical errors occur frequently in plastic surgery, despite the pursuit of perfection.
  • Ethical guidelines mandate disclosure of medical errors, yet surgeons face challenges in openly communicating mistakes to patients.

Observation:

  • Fear of litigation and the belief that apologies invite lawsuits contribute to the reluctance in disclosing errors.
  • Current literature suggests that avoiding frank discussions about errors is an inadequate approach to patient care.

Findings:

  • Policies promoting transparency, including disclosure of harm-causing errors, apology, and compensation, are vital for quality improvement.
  • Open communication fosters positive moral development in surgical trainees and enhances patient trust.

Implications:

  • This article addresses the ethical, therapeutic, and practical aspects of error disclosure and apology in plastic surgery.
  • It aims to guide practitioners by defining medical errors, exploring ethical support for disclosure, and outlining strategies to overcome barriers.