This review paper provides an overview of the Internet of Things (IoT) in healthcare, focusing on its applications and challenges. IoT has transformed healthcare through the introduction of remote patient monitoring, wearables, telemedicine and the Internet of Medical Things (IoMT). These applications offer unprecedented opportunities for improving patient care, enhancing medical diagnostics and increasing accessibility to healthcare services. Despite the numerous benefits, IoT in healthcare also faces several challenges. Overcoming these obstacles is critical to realizing the full promise of IoT in healthcare and ensuring its safe and effective implementation. This review discusses strategies and technologies to overcome security and privacy issues, manage data overload, and improve internet connectivity, enabling a better connected more effective healthcare environment.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- Introduction
- Application of IoT in Healthcare
- Remote Patient Monitoring
- Wearable Technology
- Telemedicine
- Internet of Medical Things (IoMT)
- Smart Hospitals
- Healthcare Data Analytics
- Precision Medicine
- Challenges of IoT in Healthcare
- Security and Privacy Concerns
- Data Overload and Management
- Interoperability Issues
- Cost and Accessibility
- Ethical Considerations
- Future Trends and Innovations
- Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning
- 5G and Beyond
- Blockchain Technology
- Cloud Computing and Big Data Analytics
- Conclusion
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This review paper aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the Internet of Things (IoT) in healthcare, focusing on its applications, challenges, and future trends. The paper explores the transformative potential of IoT in revolutionizing healthcare service delivery, promoting patient-centric care, and enhancing medical diagnostics. It also delves into the key challenges associated with IoT adoption in healthcare, such as security and privacy, data overload, and interoperability issues. The paper further examines emerging technologies and future trends that are shaping the landscape of IoT-enabled healthcare.
- The transformative impact of IoT in healthcare.
- Applications of IoT in various aspects of healthcare, including remote patient monitoring, wearable technology, and telemedicine.
- Challenges related to security, privacy, data management, and interoperability in IoT-enabled healthcare.
- Future trends and innovations in IoT healthcare, such as AI, 5G, blockchain, and cloud computing.
- The role of IoT in improving patient care, enhancing healthcare efficiency, and promoting a patient-centric approach.
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
The introduction sets the stage for the review paper by highlighting the revolutionary impact of the Internet of Things (IoT) across various sectors, including healthcare. It discusses the potential of IoT to enhance efficiency, connectivity, and decision-making processes in the healthcare industry. The chapter also emphasizes the transformative potential of IoT in healthcare, highlighting its ability to personalize care, improve patient outcomes, and increase accessibility to healthcare services.
The chapter titled "Application of IoT in Healthcare" delves into the various ways IoT is being utilized to improve healthcare delivery. It discusses applications such as remote patient monitoring, wearable technology, telemedicine, and the Internet of Medical Things (IoMT). The chapter explores how these applications are revolutionizing healthcare by enabling continuous health monitoring, improving patient engagement, and providing access to remote consultations and diagnoses.
The chapter on "Challenges of IoT in Healthcare" acknowledges the complexities and challenges associated with the widespread adoption of IoT in the healthcare sector. It discusses key challenges such as security and privacy concerns, data overload and management, interoperability issues, cost and accessibility, and ethical considerations. The chapter emphasizes the need for robust security measures, efficient data management systems, and ethical guidelines to ensure the safe and effective implementation of IoT in healthcare.
The chapter titled "Future Trends and Innovations" explores the emerging technologies and future trends that are shaping the future of IoT-enabled healthcare. It highlights the potential of AI, machine learning, 5G, blockchain, and cloud computing to further revolutionize healthcare delivery. The chapter discusses how these technologies can enhance patient care, improve diagnostics, and enable personalized medicine.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
The key focus areas of this review paper include the transformative potential of the Internet of Things (IoT) in healthcare, its applications in areas such as remote patient monitoring, wearable technology, telemedicine, and the Internet of Medical Things (IoMT), and the challenges related to security, privacy, data management, and interoperability. The paper also explores the future trends and innovations in IoT-enabled healthcare, such as artificial intelligence, 5G, blockchain, and cloud computing.
- Quote paper
- Hardik Modi (Author), Shaili Joshi (Author), 2024, Internet of Things in Healthcare. Applications and Challenges, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/1472314
