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Blockchain Applications in the Biomedical Domain: A Scoping Review
George Drosatos1, Eleni Kaldoudi1
1School of Medicine, Democritus University of Thrace, Dragana, Alexandroupoli 68100, Greece.
Computational and Structural Biotechnology Journal
|March 9, 2019
Summary
This scoping review maps blockchain applications in the biomedical domain, finding the field is nascent. Research primarily focuses on health record management, with emerging uses in clinical trials and supply chains.
Area of Science:
- Biomedical Informatics
- Computer Science
Background:
- Blockchain is a distributed, immutable ledger technology initially supporting cryptocurrencies.
- Its potential applications are being explored across various domains, including the biomedical field.
Purpose of the Study:
- To conduct a scoping review of scientific literature on blockchain applications in the biomedical domain.
- To identify addressed biomedical problems, maturity levels, data types, blockchain features, and frameworks used.
Main Methods:
- Followed the PRISMA-ScR (Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses extension for Scoping Reviews) methodology.
- Conducted a literature search in August 2018, systematically selecting 47 research articles for detailed analysis.
Main Results:
- The field of blockchain in biomedicine is in its early stages, with most studies in conceptual or design phases.
- Health record integration, integrity, and access control are primary research focuses.
- Emerging applications include medical research, clinical trials, pharmaceutical supply chains, and medical insurance.
Conclusions:
- Blockchain technology shows promise for enhancing security, integrity, and access control in biomedical data management.
- Further research and real-world validation are needed to advance the maturity and adoption of blockchain solutions in healthcare.
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