Primary Malpractice Allegation Group in All Claims
| Allegation type | Frequency | Percent (%) |
|---|---|---|
| Delay in diagnosis | 18 | 32.7 |
| Failure to diagnose | 16 | 29.1 |
| Delay in treatment | 5 | 9.1 |
| Failure to treat | 4 | 7.3 |
| Failure to monitor | 3 | 5.5 |
| Failure to perform procedure | 3 | 5.5 |
| Delay in treatment of identified fetal distress | 1 | 1.8 |
| Improper management | 1 | 1.8 |
| Wrong body part | 1 | 1.8 |
| Wrong medication administered | 1 | 1.8 |
| Wrong medication ordered | 1 | 1.8 |
| Wrong procedure or treatment | 1 | 1.8 |