Severe complications associated with epidural and spinal anaesthesias in Finland 1987–1993 A study based on patient insurance claims

Background: The Patient Injury Act has been in effect in Finland since 1 May 1987. This legislation is a no‐fault compensation scheme and implies that if a patient during the course of medical treatment suffers any injury as a result of that treatment he or she may file a claim to the Patient Insurance Association (HA). From 1 May 1987to 31 December 1993, 23 500claims for compensation were made.

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