Learning from Investigations.

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Learning from Investigations.

February 20, 2008

Commission for Healthcare Audit and Inspection. London, England; Healthcare Commission: 2008. ISBN 9781845621636.

Analyzing health care failures from 2004-2007 in the United Kingdom, this report identifies common themes and addresses how such investigations can guide improvement recommendations.

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