Holistic Evaluation of Distributed Ledger(Blockchain) Technology in Healthcare and Advanced Methods for Medical Image Storage

Abstract

The integration of IoMT is IoMT is medical image encrypting blockchain's paradigm in privacy has IoT advancements in healthcare have been modified by blockchain technology. The Internet of Medical Things is using blockchain frameworks and alongside other decentralized technologies to establish interoperability in health monitoring and safeguard medical data through patient remote monitoring. IoMT networks comprise numerous autonomous IoT-based systems working synergistically to facilitate patient health maintenance. Various methodologies for securing medical images, like PACS and IPFS, as well as off-chain storage with cryptographic hash referencing, have been devised. Every approach has its strengths and weaknesses, and the research considered the security, cost, scalability, and integrity of data. In this way, systems can enable remote monitoring of patients while preserving the confidentiality of their sensitive data. The RPM framework empowered by blockchain is also essential in improving health systems, engaging patients, and streamlining clinical workflows. This paper analyzes the intersection between IoMT and blockchain technology focusing on remote patient monitoring (RPM) systems.