Taxonomy of Diagnostic Errors

The taxonomy of diagnostic errors categorizes the different ways mistakes can occur during diagnosis. It includes errors like missing a diagnosis (failure to identify an illness), wrong diagnosis (identifying the wrong condition), and delayed diagnosis (taking too long to diagnose). These errors can happen due to factors like inadequate information, misinterpretation of results, or communication issues. Understanding these categories helps healthcare providers identify where errors happen and find ways to improve accuracy and patient safety.