reviewApplied SciencesApr 26, 2019GOLD OA

Blockchain Technology in Healthcare: A Comprehensive Review and Directions for Future Research

Lakehead University

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Abstract

One of the most important discoveries and creative developments that is playing a vital role in the professional world today is blockchain technology. Blockchain technology moves in the direction of persistent revolution and change. It is a chain of blocks that covers information and maintains trust between individuals no matter how far they are. In the last couple of years, the upsurge in blockchain technology has obliged scholars and specialists to scrutinize new ways to apply blockchain technology with a wide range of domains. The dramatic increase in blockchain technology has provided many new application opportunities, including healthcare applications. This survey provides a comprehensive review of…

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Topics & keywords

Keywords
  • Blockchain
  • Health care
  • Healthcare industry
  • Emerging technologies
  • Data science
  • Business
  • Open research
  • Computer science
UN Sustainable Development Goals
  • Industry, innovation and infrastructure
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