International journal of medical informatics
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Recent data suggest that medical injuries, or adverse events, represent an important international problem, and that many are caused by errors. Spontaneous reporting is the main tool used to detect errors and adverse events in most countries, and reporting systems are believed to be important for improving patient safety. Increasingly, such reporting can be done using information systems, and information systems are widely used in Korea. However, few data are available regarding the use of electronic medical error reporting systems in Korea. ⋯ While HIT is increasingly widely used in Korea in many areas, it is not being used for error reporting. Increasing the use of electronic reporting systems, and systemically evaluating the medical errors and adverse events reported, represent essential steps for reducing systemic errors and improving patient safety.