SynthesisJournal of medical Internet research2021
Applications of Blockchain in the Medical Field: Narrative Review.
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23 citing papers in PubMed, 1 synthesis or guideline pooled it.
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- Swarm learning network for privacy-preserving and collaborative deep learning assisted diagnosis of fracture: a multi-center diagnostic study.Frontiers in medicine · 2025Article
- Effective Integration of Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain Technologies for Empowerment of Drug Discovery and Development.Current drug discovery technologies · 2025Review
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- In-Depth Examination of the Functionality and Performance of the Internet Hospital Information Platform: Development and Usability Study.Journal of medical Internet research · 2024Article
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- Electronic Health Record-Oriented Knowledge Graph System for Collaborative Clinical Decision Support Using Multicenter Fragmented Medical Data: Design and Application Study.Journal of medical Internet research · 2024Article
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- Advancing Pharmacy Practice: The Role of Intelligence-Driven Pharmacy Practice and the Emergence of Pharmacointelligence.Integrated pharmacy research & practice · 2024Article
- Architectural Design of a Blockchain-Enabled, Federated Learning Platform for Algorithmic Fairness in Predictive Health Care: Design Science Study.Journal of medical Internet research · 2023Article
- Blockchain Revolutionizing in Emergency Medicine: A Scoping Review of Patient Journey through the ED.Healthcare (Basel, Switzerland) · 2023Article
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Abstract
backgroundAs a distributed technology, blockchain has attracted increasing attention from stakeholders in the medical industry. Although previous studies have analyzed blockchain applications from the perspectives of technology, business, or patient care, few studies have focused on actual use-case scenarios of blockchain in health care. In particular, the outbreak of COVID-19 has led to some new ideas for the application of blockchain in medical practice.
objectiveThis paper aims to provide a systematic review of the current and projected uses of blockchain technology in health care, as well as directions for future research. In addition to the framework structure of blockchain and application scenarios, its integration with other emerging technologies in health care is discussed.
methodsWe searched databases such as PubMed, EMBASE, Scopus, IEEE, and Springer using a combination of terms related to blockchain and health care. Potentially relevant papers were then compared to determine their relevance and reviewed independently for inclusion. Through a literature review, we summarize the key medical scenarios using blockchain technology.
resultsWe found a total of 1647 relevant studies, 60 of which were unique studies that were included in this review. These studies report a variety of uses for blockchain and their emphasis differs. According to the different technical characteristics and application scenarios of blockchain, we summarize some medical scenarios closely related to blockchain from the perspective of technical classification. Moreover, potential challenges are mentioned, including the confidentiality of privacy, the efficiency of the system, security issues, and regulatory policy.
conclusionsBlockchain technology can improve health care services in a decentralized, tamper-proof, transparent, and secure manner. With the development of this technology and its integration with other emerging technologies, blockchain has the potential to offer long-term benefits. Not only can it be a mechanism to secure electronic health records, but blockchain also provides a powerful tool that can empower users to control their own health data, enabling a foolproof health data history and establishing medical responsibility.
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