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Obstetrician-gynecologists' opinions about patient safety: costs and liability remain problems; are mandated reports a solution?
Stumpf PG, Anderson B, Lawrence H, Schulkin J. Womens Health Issues. 2009;19:8-13.

This survey of practicing obstetricians found general support for patient safety measures, but cost and fear of malpractice litigation were cited as barriers to implementation.
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