Adverse events in medicine in the context of the general tort law as a basis for the civil liability of physicians

Abstract

The medical profession is one of the most complex forms of human activity. It implies special knowledge, experience and responsibility. The risk of adverse ef- fects in the patient‘s sphere accompanies its exercise. In order to overcome and minimize the so-called adverse events that cause harm to the patient, it is essential to study, understand and classify them both from a med- ical and a legal point of view.