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LawVerse: The Legal Framework for Clinical Metaverse Content
Barbara Pasa1, Alessandro Bernes2, Andrea Gaggioli3,4
1Università IUAV di Venezia, Venice, Italy.
Journal of Medical Extended Reality
|August 6, 2026
Summary
The metaverse in healthcare (MedVerse) offers new ways to interact with patients, but its complex technology raises significant legal challenges. This discussion explores the primary legal issues, termed LawVerse, associated with clinical metaverse applications.
Area of Science:
- Healthcare Technology
- Digital Health
- Metaverse Applications
Background:
- The metaverse concept is being adapted for healthcare (MedVerse).
- Numerous proof-of-concept metaverse technologies have emerged in medicine recently.
- These technologies aim to enhance content distribution and patient interaction.
Purpose of the Study:
- To identify and discuss the legal challenges posed by MedVerse.
- To explore the intersection of metaverse technology and healthcare law (LawVerse).
Main Methods:
- Literature review of metaverse applications in healthcare.
- Analysis of legal implications and potential challenges.
- Discussion of economic incentives and digital item investments.
Main Results:
- MedVerse adoption presents significant legal hurdles.
- The high cost and complexity of metaverse technology require careful legal consideration.
- Investment in digital items within clinical metaverses raises revenue and legal questions.
Conclusions:
- Addressing the legal issues (LawVerse) is crucial for safe MedVerse implementation.
- Further research is needed to establish legal frameworks for clinical metaverses.
- Balancing technological advancement with legal compliance is essential for healthcare innovation.
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