Misdiagnosis and Delay in the Diagnosis of Cancer
Misdiagnosis of cancer related conditions occurs with increasing frequency with error rates in early detection ranging from an estimated 1.4% in cancer biopsies to a staggeringly common 25 – 40% rate in critical or intensive care. Worldwide surveys of patients also indicate the chance of experiencing misdiagnosis to range from 8% to 40%. This misdiagnosis one of the most common types of medical mistakes.