Lex Maria is a principle in Swedish law that requires healthcare professionals to report incidents and events related to patient safety, as well as to initiate measures to prevent the recurrence of such incidents. It is an important tool to ensure patient safety and quality in healthcare.
The term "Lex Maria" was coined after a tragic incident in 1998, where a patient died due to incorrect treatment and miscommunication between healthcare professionals. The incident led to extensive media coverage and public outcry, and eventually, the Swedish parliament passed a law in 2010 that made it mandatory for healthcare providers to report incidents.
The Lex Maria principle applies to all healthcare professionals, including physicians, nurses, and other healthcare workers. It covers incidents such as medication errors, misdiagnosis, surgical errors, and other adverse events that may lead to harm to patients.
The reporting of incidents under Lex Maria is done through the Swedish National Board of Health and Welfare, which analyzes the data and provides feedback to healthcare providers to improve patient safety. The principle is an essential part of the Swedish healthcare system, and its implementation has led to increased transparency, accountability, and quality of care for patients.
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