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[E-mail in plastic surgery--a useful addition to current communication possibilities?]
S Allert1, F Böttcher, C Volke
1Klinik für Plastische, Hand- und Wiederherstellungschirurgie, Medizinische Hochschule Hannover. allert.sixtus@mh-hannover.de
Handchirurgie, Mikrochirurgie, Plastische Chirurgie : Organ Der Deutschsprachigen Arbeitsgemeinschaft Fur Handchirurgie : Organ Der Deutschsprachigen Arbeitsgemeinschaft Fur Mikrochirurgie Der Peripheren Nerven Und Gefasse : Organ Der V
|March 22, 2001
Summary
The internet offers new communication methods for plastic surgeons, with electronic mail (e-mail) being a fast data transfer option. Guidelines are provided for secure, confidential patient data transfer via e-mail, addressing potential risks.
Area of Science:
- Digital Health
- Medical Informatics
- Telecommunication
Context:
- The internet has revolutionized communication, offering unprecedented data transfer capabilities.
- Electronic mail (e-mail) is a widely adopted internet service, presenting unique opportunities for medical professionals.
- Plastic surgeons face the challenge of leveraging digital tools for efficient data exchange.
Purpose:
- To critically evaluate the use of e-mail for transferring confidential patient data in plastic surgery.
- To outline general conditions and best practices for secure e-mail communication.
- To identify the potential benefits, challenges, and vulnerabilities associated with e-mail in plastic surgery.
Summary:
- This paper assesses the secure transfer of confidential patient data using electronic mail (e-mail) within the internet.
- It details the authors' experiences, highlighting the possibilities, problems, and weaknesses of using e-mail for data exchange.
- Recommendations and medicolegal considerations are discussed to guide plastic surgeons in their e-mail applications, ensuring data security standards are met.
Impact:
- Provides a framework for plastic surgeons to utilize e-mail securely for patient data transfer.
- Enhances understanding of the risks and benefits of digital communication in plastic surgery.
- Contributes to establishing data-security standards for electronic patient information in the medical field.