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By Attorney NOH UJIN | HANBYOL LAW LLC, Seoul
Medical Malpractice and Healthcare Law in Korea: A Guide for Foreign Patients and Medical Institutions
South Korea has emerged as a global leader in medical tourism, attracting hundreds of thousands of foreign patients each year for cosmetic surgery, cancer treatment, fertility procedures, and advanced diagnostics. While the quality of Korean medical care is internationally recognized, navigating the legal landscape when something goes wrong — or when a foreign healthcare provider or insurer seeks to operate in Korea — requires a firm understanding of Korea's medical malpractice and healthcare regulatory framework.
This article provides a comprehensive overview of Korean medical malpractice law, the regulatory structure governing healthcare institutions, liability standards, compensation mechanisms, and practical guidance for foreign patients and cross-border medical enterprises.
1. Legal Framework Governing Healthcare in Korea
Korea's healthcare system is primarily regulated by the Medical Service Act (의료법, Act No. 1035), which governs the establishment and operation of medical institutions, licensing of healthcare professionals, patient rights, and medical recordkeeping. Complementing this is the Act on Remedies for Injuries from Medical Malpractice and Mediation of Medical Disputes (의료사고 피해구제 및 의료분쟁 조정 등에 관한 법률, Act No. 11141), enacted in 2011 and commonly called the Medical Dispute Mediation Act (MDMA), which establishes a specialized mediation and arbitration framework for medical injury claims.
Additional statutes include:
- National Health Insurance Act (국민건강보험법) — governs the universal health insurance system
- Pharmaceuticals Act (약사법) — regulates drugs, medical devices, and pharmacists
- Medical Devices Act (의료기기법) — device approvals and post-market surveillance
- Act on Special Measures for Health and Medical Services (보건의료기본법) — overarching health policy framework
- Civil Act (민법), Articles 750–766 — tort liability principles applicable to malpractice
- Criminal Act (형법), Articles 266–268 — criminal negligence provisions
2. What Constitutes Medical Malpractice Under Korean Law?
Korean courts define medical malpractice (의료과실) as a failure by a healthcare professional to exercise the level of care, skill, and diligence expected of a reasonably competent practitioner under the circumstances. The Supreme Court of Korea has consistently held that the standard of care is determined by the medical practices and knowledge prevailing at the time of treatment, not retrospectively judged by subsequent developments.
To succeed in a malpractice claim, a plaintiff must establish:
- Duty of care: A doctor-patient relationship existed
- Breach: The healthcare provider deviated from the applicable standard of care
- Causation: The breach caused the patient's injury or worsened outcome
- Damages: Quantifiable loss — medical costs, lost income, pain and suffering
One of the most contested elements in Korean malpractice litigation is causation. Korean courts have developed a doctrine of "probability of causation" (개연성 이론), relaxing the strict "but-for" standard in cases where the patient's pre-existing condition makes it difficult to prove that the negligent act alone caused the harm. Where a doctor's negligence significantly increased the risk of an adverse outcome, courts may infer causation.
3. The Medical Dispute Mediation Committee (KDCA)
The Korea Medical Dispute Mediation and Arbitration Agency (한국의료분쟁조정중재원, KDCA) was established under the MDMA to provide a faster, less costly alternative to civil litigation. Key features include:
- Automatic mediation commencement: Since 2016, if the patient's injury results in death, permanent disability (Grade 1–3), or a coma, the KDCA automatically commences mediation proceedings without requiring the hospital's consent
- Timeline: Mediation is completed within 90 days (extendable to 120 days)
- Binding effect: Once both parties accept the mediation decision, it carries the same legal effect as a court settlement
- Expert panel: Cases are reviewed by a panel of medical and legal experts who issue a causation assessment
- Compensation fund: The KDCA operates a compensation fund for cases where healthcare providers are insolvent or uninsured
Foreign patients may also file with the KDCA. Documents may be submitted in Korean (translation required for foreign-language originals) and proceedings are conducted domestically.
4. Criminal Liability for Medical Negligence
Unlike many Western jurisdictions that treat medical errors exclusively as civil matters, Korean law permits criminal prosecution for medical negligence. Under Article 268 of the Criminal Act, a healthcare professional whose negligence causes injury or death may be subject to imprisonment of up to 2 years or a fine not exceeding KRW 7 million.
In high-profile cases — particularly deaths during cosmetic procedures — criminal prosecution of surgeons has occurred alongside civil claims. This dual-track exposure (civil and criminal) is a critical consideration for foreign medical providers or hospital groups entering the Korean market.
5. Informed Consent Requirements
Korean courts and the Medical Service Act impose strict informed consent obligations on healthcare providers. Under the Supreme Court's established jurisprudence:
- Physicians must explain the nature of the procedure, its risks and complications, alternatives, and consequences of non-treatment
- Consent must be obtained prior to the procedure, not merely at the time of admission
- Written consent forms are practically mandatory but are not conclusive — courts may examine whether the form accurately reflected a genuine informed dialogue
- For foreign patients, explanations must be provided in a language the patient understands; reliance on inadequate translation may itself constitute negligence
Violation of informed consent obligations can independently give rise to liability, even where the medical procedure was otherwise performed competently (Supreme Court Decision 2007Da76290, 2010).
6. Foreign Patients: Special Considerations
Foreign medical tourists face unique challenges in pursuing malpractice claims in Korea:
- Jurisdiction and choice of law: Korean courts apply Korean law to torts occurring in Korea under Article 52 of the Private International Law Act (국제사법). Foreign patients generally cannot avoid Korean law by invoking their home country's malpractice standards.
- Statute of limitations: The standard civil limitation period is 3 years from the date the injury and tortfeasor become known, or 10 years from the date of the tortfeasor's act (Civil Act, Article 766). For medical injury claims via the KDCA, a mediation application must be filed within 3 years of discovering the injury.
- Language barriers: All KDCA and court proceedings are conducted in Korean. Foreign patients require qualified legal representation and certified translation of medical records.
- Evidence preservation: Under the MDMA (Article 28), healthcare providers are obligated to preserve medical records for 10 years. Patients have the right to request copies of all medical records, including electronic imaging.
- Insurance coverage: Korea's National Health Insurance does not cover foreign tourists; medical tourism patients typically rely on private travel insurance or the hospital's own liability insurance.
7. Establishing a Foreign Healthcare Business in Korea
Foreign entities wishing to establish or invest in Korean healthcare institutions face significant regulatory barriers under the Medical Service Act:
- Only licensed Korean physicians may establish a medical institution (clinic or hospital) in Korea; corporations are generally prohibited from operating medical institutions except under specific legal structures (e.g., medical corporations, social welfare foundations)
- Foreign-invested medical corporations are permitted under the Free Economic Zone Act (경제자유구역법) and Jeju Special Autonomous Province Act in designated areas
- The Ministry of Health and Welfare (MOHW) must approve the establishment of foreign-invested hospitals in Free Economic Zones
- Foreign physicians may practice in Korea if they pass the Korean medical licensing examination or obtain reciprocal recognition under bilateral treaties
8. Medical Device and Pharmaceutical Liability
Product liability claims related to defective medical devices or pharmaceuticals are governed by the Product Liability Act (제조물책임법, Act No. 6109). Under this Act, manufacturers (including foreign manufacturers) of defective products are strictly liable for injuries caused by product defects, without the need to prove negligence. The MDMA and the Product Liability Act may both apply in cases involving device-assisted surgeries or drug-related adverse reactions.
📌 Official References
- Korean Law Information Center (국가법령정보센터)
- Korea Disease Control and Prevention Agency (KDCA)
- Ministry of Health and Welfare (MOHW)
- Korea Medical Dispute Mediation and Arbitration Agency
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1: Can a foreign patient sue a Korean hospital in a Korean court?
Yes. Korean courts have jurisdiction over torts occurring within Korea (Code of Civil Procedure, Article 2). A foreign patient who suffered harm in Korea may file a civil lawsuit in the district court having jurisdiction over the hospital's location. Korean legal representation is strongly recommended, and all proceedings are conducted in Korean.
Q2: How long do malpractice cases take in Korea?
KDCA mediation typically concludes within 90–120 days. Court litigation, however, can take 1–3 years at the first instance and additional years if appealed to the High Court and Supreme Court. Early KDCA mediation is advisable for timely resolution.
Q3: What damages are recoverable in a Korean malpractice claim?
Recoverable damages include: (1) actual medical expenses (including future care costs), (2) lost income (including future earning capacity), (3) solatium/consolation damages for the patient and family members (위자료), and (4) in wrongful death cases, damages for the victim's lost income and funeral expenses. There is no statutory cap on malpractice damages in Korea, but courts exercise significant discretion in assessment.
Q4: Is the hospital or only the individual doctor liable?
Both the individual physician and the hospital (as employer) may be liable. Under the Civil Act (Article 756), an employer is vicariously liable for the torts of employees committed in the course of their duties. Patients can claim against both the treating physician and the hospital jointly.
Q5: Does Korea have a no-fault compensation scheme for medical injuries?
Korea does not have a comprehensive no-fault scheme, but the KDCA compensation fund provides limited relief in cases of extreme hardship or insolvency of the provider. Additionally, the Drug Injury Relief Fund (의약품부작용 피해구제제도), operated by the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety, offers compensation for adverse drug reactions unrelated to physician error.
Q6: What happens if the hospital destroys or alters medical records?
Destruction or alteration of medical records is a criminal offense under the Medical Service Act (Article 88). Courts may draw adverse inferences against the healthcare provider where records are missing or tampered with. The burden of proof may effectively shift to the provider to prove no negligence occurred.
Q7: Can foreign medical insurers or TPAs operate claims management in Korea?
Foreign insurance companies must be licensed by the Financial Supervisory Service (FSS) under the Insurance Business Act to engage in insurance activities in Korea. Third-party administrators may provide claim support services but cannot underwrite risk without proper licensing. Engaging a Korean legal counsel familiar with both healthcare and insurance regulation is essential for cross-border claims management.
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作者:律师 NOH UJIN | HANBYOL LAW LLC,首尔
韩国医疗事故与医疗法律:外国患者及医疗机构指南
韩国已成为全球医疗旅游领域的领导者,每年吸引数十万名外国患者前来接受整形手术、癌症治疗、生育治疗及高端诊断服务。尽管韩国医疗质量享誉国际,但当发生医疗事故或外国医疗机构/保险公司希望在韩开展业务时,必须深入了解韩国医疗事故法律及医疗监管框架。
1. 医疗法律框架
韩国医疗体系主要由《医疗服务法(의료법)》规制,该法规范医疗机构的设立与运营、医疗专业人员的执照、患者权利及病历保存。与之配套的是2011年颁布的《医疗事故损害赔偿及医疗纠纷调解等相关法律(의료사고 피해구제 및 의료분쟁 조정 등에 관한 법률)》(简称《医疗纠纷调解法》),该法建立了专门的医疗伤害调解与仲裁机制。
其他相关法律包括:
- 《国民健康保险法》——全民医保制度
- 《药事法》——药品、医疗器械及药剂师管理
- 《医疗器械法》——器械审批与上市后监管
- 《民法》第750至766条——医疗事故适用的侵权责任原则
- 《刑法》第266至268条——过失犯罪条款
2. 何为韩国法律下的医疗事故?
韩国法院将医疗过失(의료과실)定义为医疗专业人员未能在具体情形下履行合理胜任从业者所应尽的注意义务、技术和勤勉标准。原告须证明:①医患关系存在;②医疗提供者违反了适用的注意义务标准;③该违反行为导致了患者的伤害;④存在可量化的损失。
因果关系是韩国医疗诉讼中最具争议的要素。韩国法院发展出"因果关系盖然性理论",在患者既往病情导致难以证明过失行为单独引发损害的情形下,适当降低了严格的"但-如果"证明标准。
3. 韩国医疗纠纷调解仲裁院(KDCA)
根据《医疗纠纷调解法》设立的韩国医疗纠纷调解仲裁院为医疗伤害索赔提供了比民事诉讼更快捷、低成本的替代途径:
- 自动启动调解:2016年起,患者死亡、永久伤残(1-3级)或昏迷的情形,无需医院同意即可自动启动调解程序
- 时限:调解在90天内完成(可延长至120天)
- 效力:双方接受调解决定后,其效力等同于法院和解
- 外国患者:可向KDCA提交申请,原始外语文件需附经认证的韩语翻译
4. 刑事责任
与许多西方国家将医疗失误仅作民事处理不同,韩国法律允许对医疗过失提起刑事追诉。根据《刑法》第268条,因过失致人伤亡的医疗专业人员可被判处最高2年有期徒刑或不超过700万韩元的罚款。在高知名度案件中(尤其是整形手术致死案),刑事追诉与民事索赔并行,是外国医疗服务提供商进入韩国市场必须重视的风险。
5. 知情同意要求
韩国法院及《医疗服务法》对医疗机构的知情同意义务有严格要求。医生必须解释手术性质、风险与并发症、替代方案及不治疗的后果;同意须在手术前取得;对于外国患者,解释必须以患者能理解的语言进行,依赖翻译不当本身即可构成过失。
6. 外国患者的特殊考虑事项
- 法律适用:根据《国际私法》第52条,韩国法院对发生在韩国的侵权行为适用韩国法
- 诉讼时效:自知悉受害人及损害起3年,或自侵权行为发生之日起10年
- 证据保全:医疗机构有义务保存病历10年,患者有权索取所有医疗记录副本
- 医疗旅游保险:韩国国民健康保险不覆盖外国游客,建议购买私人旅游保险或了解医院自身的责任险
📌 官方参考资料
常见问题(FAQ)
Q1:外国患者是否可以在韩国法院起诉韩国医院?
可以。在韩国境内发生的侵权行为,韩国法院享有管辖权。建议委托熟悉医疗诉讼的韩国律师代理,所有诉讼程序以韩语进行。
Q2:韩国医疗事故案件需要多长时间?
KDCA调解通常在90至120天内结束。法院诉讼一审可能历时1至3年,如上诉至高等法院或最高法院则需更长时间。建议优先申请KDCA调解以快速解决纠纷。
Q3:可以索赔哪些损害赔偿?
可索赔项目包括:①实际医疗费用(含未来护理费用);②收入损失(含未来劳动能力损失);③患者及家属的抚慰金(위자료);④死亡案件中的被害人收入损失及丧葬费。韩国法律对医疗事故赔偿没有法定上限。
Q4:医院还是医生个人需要承担责任?
两者均可被追责。根据《民法》第756条,雇主对员工在执行职务中的侵权行为承担连带责任。患者可同时向主治医生和医院提出索赔。
Q5:如果医院销毁或篡改病历会怎样?
销毁或篡改病历属于《医疗服务法》第88条规定的刑事犯罪。法院可对医疗机构作出不利推断,举证责任实际上可转移至医疗机构,由其自证无过失。
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韓国の医療過誤と医療法:外国人患者・医療機関のためのガイド
韓国は世界有数の医療観光大国として、毎年数十万人の外国人患者が美容外科、がん治療、不妊治療、高度診断を目的に訪れています。韓国の医療水準は国際的に高く評価されていますが、医療過誤が発生した場合や、外国の医療機関・保険会社が韓国で事業展開を検討する際には、韓国の医療過誤法制および医療規制の枠組みを十分に理解することが不可欠です。
1. 医療に関する法的枠組み
韓国の医療制度は主に医療法(의료법)によって規制されており、医療機関の設立・運営、医療従事者の免許、患者の権利、診療記録の管理が定められています。これを補完するものとして、2011年に制定された医療事故被害救済及び医療紛争調停等に関する法律(医療紛争調停法)があり、医療傷害請求に特化した調停・仲裁制度を設けています。
その他の関連法令:民法第750条〜766条(不法行為責任)、刑法第266条〜268条(業務上過失傷害・致死)、製造物責任法(欠陥医療機器・医薬品)
2. 韓国法上の医療過誤とは
韓国の裁判所は、医療過失(의료과실)を「当該状況下において合理的な専門家が持つべき水準の注意・技術・勤勉さを欠いた行為」と定義しています。請求を認めてもらうには、①診療関係の存在、②標準医療からの逸脱、③逸脱と傷害の因果関係、④損害の立証が必要です。
韓国の裁判所は「因果関係の蓋然性理論」を発展させており、患者の既往疾患により厳格な「がなければ(but-for)」基準での証明が困難な場合に、因果関係を推認することがあります。
3. 韓国医療紛争調停仲裁院(KDCA)
- 自動調停開始:2016年以降、死亡・重大後遺障害(1〜3級)・昏睡の場合、病院の同意なく自動的に調停手続きが開始されます
- 期間:90日以内(最大120日)
- 効力:両当事者が調停案を受諾すると、裁判上の和解と同等の効力を持ちます
- 外国人患者:KDCAへの申請が可能です。外国語文書は認証済み韓国語訳の添付が必要です
4. 刑事責任
韓国では、医療過失による刑事訴追が認められています。刑法第268条により、過失によって傷害・死亡を生じさせた医療従事者は、2年以下の懲役または700万ウォン以下の罰金に処せられる可能性があります。高知名度事案(特に美容手術による死亡)では、民事請求と並行して刑事訴追が行われており、韓国市場参入を検討する外国医療法人にとって重要なリスク要因です。
5. インフォームドコンセントの要件
医師は手術の性質、リスク・合併症、代替手段、治療しない場合の結果を説明しなければなりません。外国人患者に対しては、患者が理解できる言語での説明が必要であり、翻訳が不適切であった場合は過失を構成し得ます。
6. 外国人患者特有の考慮事項
- 準拠法:国際私法第52条に基づき、韓国で発生した不法行為には韓国法が適用されます
- 消滅時効:損害および加害者を知った時から3年、または不法行為の日から10年
- 証拠保全:診療記録は10年間保存義務があり、患者はすべての記録の写しを請求できます
- 医療観光保険:国民健康保険は外国人観光客に適用されないため、民間旅行保険または病院の賠償責任保険の確認が必要です
📌 公式参考資料
よくある質問(FAQ)
Q1:外国人患者は韓国の裁判所で韓国の病院を訴えることができますか?
はい。韓国国内で発生した不法行為については、韓国の裁判所が管轄権を持ちます。韓国の医療訴訟に精通した弁護士への依頼を強くお勧めします。
Q2:医療過誤事件の解決にはどのくらい時間がかかりますか?
KDCA調停は通常90〜120日で終結します。裁判は一審で1〜3年、控訴・上告審ではさらに時間がかかります。迅速な解決にはKDCA調停の利用が有効です。
Q3:請求できる損害賠償の範囲は?
実際の医療費(将来の費用含む)、逸失利益(将来の稼働能力損失含む)、慰謝料(위자료、患者本人と家族)、死亡事案では被害者の逸失利益と葬儀費用が含まれます。韓国には医療過誤損害賠償の法定上限はありません。
Q4:病院と医師個人のどちらが責任を負いますか?
両者が責任を負います。民法第756条により、使用者は被用者の職務上の不法行為について使用者責任を負います。患者は主治医と病院の双方に対して賠償請求が可能です。
Q5:病院が診療記録を破棄・改ざんした場合はどうなりますか?
診療記録の破棄・改ざんは医療法第88条の刑事犯罪です。裁判所は医療機関に不利な推認をすることができ、過失がないことを証明する挙証責任が実質的に医療機関側に移転します。
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Negligencia Médica y Derecho Sanitario en Corea: Guía para Pacientes Extranjeros e Instituciones Médicas
Corea del Sur se ha consolidado como líder mundial en turismo médico, atrayendo cada año a cientos de miles de pacientes extranjeros para cirugía estética, tratamiento oncológico, fertilidad y diagnóstico avanzado. Si bien la calidad de la atención médica coreana es reconocida internacionalmente, navegar el panorama legal cuando algo sale mal —o cuando un proveedor médico o asegurador extranjero desea operar en Corea— requiere un profundo conocimiento del marco regulatorio y de responsabilidad médica en Korea.
1. Marco Legal de la Atención Sanitaria en Corea
El sistema sanitario coreano está regulado principalmente por la Ley de Servicios Médicos (의료법) y la Ley de Compensación por Daños por Negligencia Médica y Mediación de Disputas Médicas (의료사고 피해구제 및 의료분쟁 조정 등에 관한 법률), promulgada en 2011. Esta última establece un sistema especializado de mediación y arbitraje para las reclamaciones por lesiones médicas.
Otras leyes relevantes incluyen: el Código Civil (artículos 750–766, responsabilidad civil extracontractual), el Código Penal (artículos 266–268, negligencia penal) y la Ley de Responsabilidad del Producto.
2. Negligencia Médica en el Derecho Coreano
Los tribunales coreanos definen la negligencia médica como el incumplimiento del nivel de cuidado, competencia y diligencia exigido a un profesional razonablemente capacitado en las circunstancias del caso. El demandante debe acreditar: ①existencia de la relación médico-paciente; ②desviación del estándar de atención; ③nexo causal entre la desviación y el daño; ④pérdidas cuantificables.
3. El Centro de Mediación y Arbitraje de Disputas Médicas de Corea (KDCA)
- Inicio automático: Desde 2016, en casos de muerte, discapacidad permanente (grados 1–3) o coma, la mediación se inicia automáticamente sin requerir el consentimiento del hospital
- Plazo: 90 días (prorrogable a 120 días)
- Efecto vinculante: Equivale a una transacción judicial
- Pacientes extranjeros: Pueden presentar solicitudes; los documentos en idioma extranjero deben acompañarse de traducción certificada al coreano
4. Responsabilidad Penal
A diferencia de muchas jurisdicciones occidentales, Corea permite el enjuiciamiento penal por negligencia médica. El artículo 268 del Código Penal prevé hasta 2 años de prisión o una multa de hasta 7 millones de wones para los profesionales sanitarios cuya negligencia cause lesiones o muerte.
5. Requisitos de Consentimiento Informado
El médico debe explicar la naturaleza del procedimiento, sus riesgos y complicaciones, las alternativas y las consecuencias de no recibir tratamiento. Para los pacientes extranjeros, la explicación debe proporcionarse en un idioma que el paciente comprenda; una traducción inadecuada puede en sí misma constituir negligencia.
6. Consideraciones Especiales para Pacientes Extranjeros
- Ley aplicable: La ley coreana rige los ilícitos civiles cometidos en Corea (Ley de Derecho Internacional Privado, artículo 52)
- Prescripción: 3 años desde el conocimiento del daño, o 10 años desde el acto ilícito
- Conservación de pruebas: Obligación de conservar historiales clínicos durante 10 años; el paciente tiene derecho a obtener copias
- Seguro: El seguro nacional de salud coreano no cubre a turistas extranjeros; se recomienda contratar un seguro privado de viaje
📌 Referencias Oficiales
- Centro de Información Legal de Corea
- Ministerio de Salud y Bienestar (inglés)
- Centro de Mediación y Arbitraje de Disputas Médicas de Corea
Preguntas Frecuentes (FAQ)
P1: ¿Puede un paciente extranjero demandar a un hospital coreano ante los tribunales coreanos?
Sí. Los tribunales coreanos tienen competencia sobre los ilícitos civiles cometidos en Corea. Se recomienda contratar representación legal coreana especializada en litigios médicos, ya que todos los procedimientos se realizan en coreano.
P2: ¿Cuánto tiempo tarda un caso de negligencia médica en Corea?
La mediación ante el KDCA concluye normalmente en 90–120 días. Los litigios judiciales pueden durar 1–3 años en primera instancia, con tiempos adicionales en apelación. Se recomienda intentar la mediación del KDCA como primera vía.
P3: ¿Qué daños son recuperables en una reclamación por negligencia médica?
Gastos médicos reales (incluidos costes futuros), pérdida de ingresos (incluida la capacidad laboral futura), daños por sufrimiento moral (위자료, paciente y familiares) y, en casos de fallecimiento, lucro cesante y gastos funerarios. No existe un límite legal para las indemnizaciones por negligencia médica en Corea.
P4: ¿Quién responde: el hospital o el médico?
Ambos. El artículo 756 del Código Civil establece la responsabilidad vicaria del empleador por los actos ilícitos de sus empleados cometidos en el ejercicio de sus funciones. El paciente puede reclamar conjuntamente al médico y al hospital.
P5: ¿Qué ocurre si el hospital destruye o falsifica el historial clínico?
La destrucción o falsificación de historiales médicos constituye un delito penal según el artículo 88 de la Ley de Servicios Médicos. Los tribunales pueden realizar inferencias negativas contra el proveedor, desplazando efectivamente la carga de la prueba hacia el mismo.
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