Leveraging Blockchain and IPFS for Secure Electronic Health Records Storage
S. D. Lalitha, S. Suhail Sherief, S. Shree Ranganathan, C. Sanjay · Advances in healthcare information systems and administration book series · 2024
The “Genesis” decentralized blockchain app revolutionizes Electronic Health Records (EHR) by integrating blockchain and IPFS, ensuring secure, scalable data storage. It tackles scalability with off-chain storage, ensuring data integrity via blockchain. Smart contracts grant granular access control for patients and providers, balancing privacy and accessibility. Future enhancements include cross-platform compatibility, advanced cryptography, and regulatory compliance. “Genesis” offers a robust solution and lays the groundwork for ongoing innovation in EHR management, promising to reshape healthcare information practices.