15% cut in hospital deaths

TREATMENT "checklists" have led to a 15 per cent cut in patient deaths in three hospitals.

By The Newsroom

Published 2nd Apr 2010, 10:59 BST

Updated 2nd Apr 2010, 12:16 BST

The aim of the lists is to cut down the number of deaths that could have been avoided and to improve patient care.

In the latest study, the North West London Hospitals NHS Trust implemented eight care bundles known to help reduce risks for patients.