Which pharmacovigilance method is widely acknowledged to capture only a fraction of all drug-related adverse events that actually occur?
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Correct answer: Spontaneous reporting systems
Spontaneous reporting systems rely on voluntary reporting by healthcare professionals and patients. Many adverse drug reactions go unreported, leading to underestimation of true incidence.
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