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. 2024 Jun 26;16(6):e63198. doi: 10.7759/cureus.63198

Table 2. List of included studies in the review.

S. No. Author Year Type of article Findings
1 Ghorashi et al. [2] 2023 Original article The study highlights a knowledge gap in radiology, and an interest in blockchain and smart contracts, and suggests addressing the gap for improved security and patient care.
2 Benchoufi et al. [20] 2017 Original article Using blockchain technology for consent collection streamlines the process by creating an unforgeable mark on the blockchain. This enhances data accuracy and transparency, giving patients more control over their consent.
3 Dar et al. [30] 2022 Original article Healthcare data system prioritizes patient privacy with blockchain, using cryptographic functions for anonymity and protection of data.
4 Tripathi et al. [10] 2020 Original article Blockchain and other advanced tech can transform health care into a secure, decentralized system, improving services.
5 Cunningham et al. [17] 2017 Ebook Identified requirements for patient-controlled electronic health records led to an application programming interface prototype using distributed ledger technology. Despite challenges, like inefficiency, it offers unique trust and security solutions in health informatics, with growing adoption ahead.
6 Dauda et al. [1] 2021 Review article Blockchain in health care improves data security, autonomy, and exchange. It enables electronic health records and enhances medical treatment assessment. Despite challenges, acceptance and integration are increasing.
7 Elangovan et al. [16] 2022 Review article Blockchain is beneficial in health care, supporting electronic records, research, patient tracking, and supply chains, addressing data security needs.
8 Velmovitsky et al. [15] 2021 Review article Blockchain addresses healthcare challenges through data immutability and efficiency, optimizing processes, reducing inefficiencies, and enhancing trust.
9 Haleem et al. [23] 2021 Review article Blockchain in health care secures records, improves interoperability, combats counterfeit drugs, streamlines insurance mediation, and accelerates clinical actions.
10 Chang et al. [35] 2020 Review article Blockchain in health care enables stakeholder coevolution, value creation, and sharing, requiring further empirical research for validation.
11 Liang et al. [24] 2017 Complete book Paper introducing mobile healthcare system with blockchain for secure data handling and Hyperledger Fabric for communication. Future integrates personal/medical data.
12 Liu et al. [18] 2018 Complete book In this study, blockchain-based privacy-preserving data use blockchain for secure electronic medical records sharing with privacy, storing records in a tamper-proof blockchain for security and privacy.
13 Barrett et al. [7] 2013 Review article Big data in disease prevention uncovers personalized risk factors, promotes behavior change, enhances public health, and lowers healthcare costs. Urgency arises from an aging population, rising costs, and chronic illness impact.
14 Ahmad et al. [27] 2021 Review article Early stages of blockchain in telehealth/telemedicine pose obstacles. Research is needed to facilitate the widespread use of blockchain in these systems.
15 Al Omar et al. [29] 2017 Book chapter A healthcare data management system that prioritizes patient focus, utilizes blockchain for privacy, and ensures anonymity through cryptographic functions.