Smart Contract for Managing Patient Data Privacy

Abstract

Information systems in the healthcare sector face significant challenges regarding the protection of user data. These systems process highly sensitive data, including medical and private information of patients. Unauthorized access and breaches of data security are among the most commonly identified issues in data protection. Inadequate security of information systems negatively impacts the integrity of healthcare systems and jeopardizes the safety of citizens who use these services. To address these problems, the implementation of smart contracts is proposed, which would regulate access rights to important data. Leveraging the potential of smart contracts can contribute to reducing security risks and enhancing system security. This paper discusses the technical, legal, and ethical issues related to the implementation of smart contracts in healthcare systems, along with their benefits and challenges.