Blockchains in health information systems: A literature review on use cases and status of implementation of blockchains for electronic health records
Timo Sternat,
Reinhard Bernsteiner,
Christian Ploder
et al.
Abstract:BACKGROUND: The careful management of health data is crucial due to its immense value and high sensitivity. Blockchain technologies can manage data in a trustworthy way. OBJECTIVE: The central aim is to identify the current state of blockchain technologies applied to Electronic Health Records (EHR) to identify common structures and functionalities. This common ground could be the starting point for defining clear global standards. METHODS: A systematic literature review is used. RESULTS: The benefits of enhanc… Show more
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