Chapter 10: A critique of blockchain in healthcare sector

Shovan Ghosh, Vivek Dave, and Sanduru Sai Keerthana     Department of Pharmacy, School of Health Science, Central University of South Bihar, Bihar, India

Abstract

A decentralized peer-to-peer network called blockchain is able to offer unchangeable data security. Blockchain technology is receiving extra attention in the healthcare sector due to its many unique characteristics. It can work as a public record book that makes it easier for medical professionals, researchers, and patients themselves to exchange patient data in a secure and efficient manner. By reducing medical errors, this technology has the potential to completely transform the healthcare sector. We highlight key blockchain applications ...

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