Review Medical errors: an introduction to concepts. Citation Text: Kalra J. Copy Citation Save Save to your library Print Share Facebook Twitter Linkedin Copy URL March 6, 2005 Kalra J. View more articles from the same authors. The author reviews the literature on medical errors and presents core concepts, such as cognitive failure and system factors contributing to active and latent errors. PubMed citation Save Save to your library Print Share Facebook Twitter Linkedin Copy URL Cite Citation Citation Text: Kalra J. Copy Citation Related Resources From the Same Author(s) Medical errors: impact on clinical laboratories and other critical areas. March 6, 2005 Advances in Human Factors and Ergonomics in Healthcare and Medical Devices. September 11, 2019 A long way to go. December 16, 2009 Look-alike, sound-alike drugs trigger dangers. June 9, 2010 Surgical robot examined in injuries. May 19, 2010 Are we finally getting serious about medical errors? 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