What happens when things go wrong?

Barbara W. Brandom; Patrick Callahan; Dale Ann Micalizzi

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What happens when things go wrong?

February 16, 2011

Brandom BW, Callahan P, Micalizzi DA. Paediatr Anaesth. 2011;21(7):730-6.

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This commentary reveals a personal story of loss and discusses how practitioners and family members need support following adverse events.

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