Abstract

This editorial letter discusses the important subject of root cause analysis (RCA) and how it might increase patient safety. To investigate adverse incidents and determine underlying causes and contributing factors, the letter highlights the importance of RCA as a methodical and comprehensive technique. Important information about the use of RCA in health care, its steps, and the possible effects on patient safety can be found in the references included in this letter.

RCA identifies system failure reasons. It offers the information required to resolve failures and helps clinical risk managers and clinical staff to address major adverse event inquiries. Doing so enhances patient safety and also emphasizes the importance of improving the safety culture in healthcare facilities. By exploring RCA in more detail and outlining its measures to improve patient safety, the letter seeks to improve healthcare quality and patient safety.

Key words: Root cause analysis, Patient safety, Quality of health care, Adverse events, Safety management.