Potilasvahinkoa
Potilasvahinko is a Finnish term that translates to patient injury or patient damage. It refers to harm suffered by a patient during medical care or treatment, which is not a natural consequence of the underlying illness or condition. These injuries can arise from various sources, including medical errors, negligence, or defects in medical devices and pharmaceuticals.
The concept of potilasvahinko is central to the Finnish system for compensating patients who have been harmed.
Compensation for a potilasvahinko is assessed based on the extent of the injury, its impact on the