Ten most common types of serious incidents from investigation reports generated between 2013 and 2015
| Type of serious incidents | n (%) |
|---|---|
| Fall | 15 (12) |
| Delayed/missed diagnosis of non-cancer condition | 15 (12) |
| Unexpected death | 14 (11) |
| ≥10 drug error | 12 (10) |
| Failure to recognise deteriorating patient | 12 (10) |
| Delayed/missed diagnosis of cancer | 9 (7) |
| Delay in following up patient / patient not followed up | 8 (6) |
| Capacity issues (eg beds) | 6 (5) |
| Wrong implants/devices | 5 (4) |
| Inappropriate treatment | 4 (3) |