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Deaths Due To Medical Errors

The document discusses various perspectives on whether medical errors are a leading cause of death in the United States. Some sources estimate that medical errors are the third leading cause of death, while others argue these estimates are extrapolated and not based on solid evidence. There is no consensus on how to properly define or measure deaths from medical errors. Overall, the document examines the ongoing debate around the role of medical errors in mortality statistics.

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Deaths Due To Medical Errors

The document discusses various perspectives on whether medical errors are a leading cause of death in the United States. Some sources estimate that medical errors are the third leading cause of death, while others argue these estimates are extrapolated and not based on solid evidence. There is no consensus on how to properly define or measure deaths from medical errors. Overall, the document examines the ongoing debate around the role of medical errors in mortality statistics.

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deaths due to medical errors

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leading cause of death in USA

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definitions

extrapolate : extend the application of (a method or conclusion, especially one based on


statistics) to an unknown situation by assuming that existing trends will continue or similar
methods will be applicable.

estimate : 1. roughly calculate or judge the value, number, quantity, or extent of.

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