Publications by authors named "Maya Kashiwagi"
Int J Qual Health Care
October 2024
Article Synopsis
- Iron deficiency is a major cause of anemia globally, and while intravenous iron therapy is effective, it carries a risk of staining, which is preventable.
- A study analyzed 103 cases of intravenous iron staining over seven years, revealing a staining rate of 0.31%, with improvements in medication order reviews and consent forms after implementing a standardized procedure.
- The findings indicated that 86% of stains were preventable, and earlier detection of issues led to smaller stains, demonstrating the potential for quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient safety and outcomes.
