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[Linking anonymous databases for national and international multicenter epidemiological studies: a cryptographic

C Quantin1, M Fassa, G Coatrieux

  • 1Inserm U 866, université de Bourgogne, Dijon, France. catherine.quantin@chu-dijon.fr

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This study introduces a novel method combining hashing and encryption to securely link patient data across multicenter studies. It ensures data privacy while enabling vital public health research.

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Area of Science:

  • Computer Science
  • Public Health
  • Cryptography

Context:

  • Multicenter epidemiological studies require compiling data from diverse sources.
  • European directives and national legislation mandate strict nominal data processing and patient privacy.
  • Current anonymization techniques like hashing can hinder data linkage across studies.

Purpose:

  • To resolve the paradox between data anonymization for privacy and the need for data linkage in research.
  • To propose a methodology combining hashing and enciphering techniques for secure and linkable patient data.
  • To enhance the security and utility of patient data in public health research.

Summary:

  • The proposed method utilizes the secure hash algorithm (SHA) for anonymity and employs a novel combination of hashing and asymmetric encryption.
  • A unique aspect is the use of two keys, where the private key is derived from the patient's identity, enhancing security.
  • This approach significantly improves the overall security of the data management scheme.

Impact:

  • Enables the use of stored patient data for public health initiatives and biomedical research.
  • Ensures compliance with legal security requirements and data protection regulations.
  • Facilitates robust multicenter studies by allowing secure record linkage without compromising patient anonymity.