Integration von Morbiditäts- und Mortalitätskonferenzen in den Klinikalltag und Etablierung eines KVP-Prozesses

  • Fabian Myslik

    Student thesis: Bachelor's Thesis

    Abstract

    This bachelor thesis explores how morbidity and mortality conferences (M&M conferences) can be systematically integrated into routine clinical practice to support continuous improvement in treatment quality. The starting point is the recognition that, despite high medical standards, adverse events and complications still occur. These incidents should not only be analyzed retrospectively but also actively leveraged to identify opportunities for improvement. A qualitative research design was adopted to address the research question. Guided, semistructured interviews were conducted with six experts from Salzkammergut Klinikum, including representatives from medical management, quality management, and organizational development. The interviews were analyzed using qualitative content analysis with the MAXQDA software. The findings reveal that M&M conferences are already in place in various forms, but their implementation differs significantly across departments. The experts emphasized their importance for quality assurance and patient safety, while also highlighting ongoing challenges related to standardization, frequency, documentation, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Particularly notable is the lack of a consistent definition of "complication." Key obstacles include resource constraints, organizational issues, and psychological barriers such as fear of blame. The discussion demonstrates that successful integration of M&M conferences requires clearly defined structures, a standardized methodology, and a culture that promotes learning from errors. The combination of medical indicators, regular interdisciplinary exchange, and a transparent error culture can serve as a foundation for a continuous improvement process. The results highlight the need for automated data systems, clearly assigned responsibilities, and the active participation of all professional groups. This thesis offers concrete recommendations for hospital management and shows that the systematic use of M&M conferences can enhance both the quality of care and the cost-efficiency of hospital operations in the long term.
    Date of Award2025
    Original languageGerman (Austria)
    SupervisorGerhard Halmerbauer (Supervisor)

    Cite this

    '