scholarly journals Edge Computing Applications for IoT in Healthcare: A Systematic Literature Review

Author(s):  
Mahdi Safaei Yaraziz ◽  
Hamidreza Bolhasani

Abstract The recent advantages in Internet of things (IoT) and growing of using wearable gadgets let to open a way to use these gadgets in remote health care systems that are powered by cloud, fog and edge computing that has been known Internet of Medical Things (IoMT) healthcare system. IoMT has been a flexible and more benefited system to cover traditional healthcare limitations by using technology and new smart devices abilities to improve medical treatment level also to overcome some difficulties during treatment. It could be more beneficial in critical or sensitive situations like epidemic diseases that COVID-19 could be one of them. Thus, for using technology-based systems some approaches addressed to be a solution that edge computing opened a door to get better and efficient system. Edge computing-based healthcare systems play a significant role to improve medical treatment in IoMT environments to reduce medical service cost. In this paper we illustrated a survey in IoT based healthcare to understand the different approaches which have been recently presented based on the Systematic Literature Review method. To addressing of this systematic study, we start to reviewing research studies that published between 2015 and 2020 by selection high-quality researches. So, we carefully selected 23 papers. We dare say that we have collected the most valuable articles presented in this newfound field. A systematic taxonomy is illustrated in this article over literature studies according to them context by using SLR process. the aim of this paper is the presentation of current studies in this field and discuss the primary issues and challenges that IoMT healthcare system should overcome to them. Finally, to providing the future directions in this big topic open issues and challenges presented to route researchers to get more valuable study.

2020 ◽  
Vol 13 (11) ◽  
pp. 400
Author(s):  
Arnold G. Vulto ◽  
Jackie Vanderpuye-Orgle ◽  
Martin van der Graaff ◽  
Steven R. A. Simoens ◽  
Lorenzo Dagna ◽  
...  

Introduction: Biosimilars have the potential to enhance the sustainability of evolving health care systems. A sustainable biosimilars market requires all stakeholders to balance competition and supply chain security. However, there is significant variation in the policies for pricing, procurement, and use of biosimilars in the European Union. A modified Delphi process was conducted to achieve expert consensus on biosimilar market sustainability in Europe. Methods: The priorities of 11 stakeholders were explored in three stages: a brainstorming stage supported by a systematic literature review (SLR) and key materials identified by the participants; development and review of statements derived during brainstorming; and a facilitated roundtable discussion. Results: Participants argued that a sustainable biosimilar market must deliver tangible and transparent benefits to the health care system, while meeting the needs of all stakeholders. Key drivers of biosimilar market sustainability included: (i) competition is more effective than regulation; (ii) there should be incentives to ensure industry investment in biosimilar development and innovation; (iii) procurement processes must avoid monopolies and minimize market disruption; and (iv) principles for procurement should be defined by all stakeholders. However, findings from the SLR were limited, with significant gaps on the impact of different tender models on supply risks, savings, and sustainability. Conclusions: A sustainable biosimilar market means that all stakeholders benefit from appropriate and reliable access to biological therapies. Failure to care for biosimilar market sustainability may impoverish biosimilar development and offerings, eventually leading to increased cost for health care systems and patients, with fewer resources for innovation.


2016 ◽  
Vol 20 (2) ◽  
pp. 52-64 ◽  
Author(s):  
Andreia Pasqualini Blass ◽  
Sergio E. Gouvea da Costa ◽  
Edson Pinheiro de Lima ◽  
Lilian Adriana Borges

Purpose This paper aims to propose a new framework to define relevant and meaningful indicators for monitoring and assessing environmental performance to improve health-care systems and operations. Design/methodology/approach A comprehensive literature review followed by field studies conducted with ten hospitals in the southern region of Brazil underlined the scarcity of consistent frameworks applied in practice to measure, monitor and improve environmental performance. A new framework was developed and proposed to address this issue. The proposed framework is operationalized through a “process approach” and evaluated in terms of feasibility (Can the process be followed?), usability (Is the approach easily followed?) and utility (Are the results useful for managers?). Findings The paper proposes a framework and a process to evaluate the environmental performance in hospitals. Practical implications The proposed framework represents meaningful guidance to managers for strategy formalization, goal setting and environmental performance assessment and monitoring. Originality/value The paper proposes a systematic framework for measuring environmental performance in hospitals drawn from the literature review, current legislation and best practices reported in literature.


2021 ◽  
Vol 10 (2) ◽  
pp. 1064-1082
Author(s):  
Claudia I. Henschke ◽  
David F. Yankelevitz ◽  
Artit Jirapatnakul ◽  
Rowena Yip ◽  
Vivian Reccoppa ◽  
...  

Author(s):  
Peldon

Social Network Sites (SNSs) are known for providing the opportunity to quickly spread information faster than any other mode because of its ease of accessibility and ability to reach wider populations. The purpose of this chapter is to examine the opportunities of adopting Social Networking (SN) in the healthcare systems. Based on the current literature review, using a social network will enhance communication, collaboration, connection, coordination, and knowledge sharing. The healthcare profession of Bhutan undertook the survey for this study. Three new factors were generated from this study, namely 4Cs; it was found that the use of social networking enhances communication, coordination, collaboration, and connection with patients and among healthcare professionals. The second factor, Green and Sustainability, social networking enables the reduction of the carbon footprint, and the third factor is Exchange Knowledge via use of social networking.


2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (8) ◽  
pp. 2897
Author(s):  
Raffaele Cioffi ◽  
Marta Travaglioni ◽  
Giuseppina Piscitelli ◽  
Antonella Petrillo ◽  
Adele Parmentola

Smart manufacturing is considered as a new paradigm that makes work smarter and more connected, bringing speed and flexibility through the introduction of digital innovation. Today, digital innovation is closely linked to the “sustainability” of companies. Digital innovation and sustainability are two inseparable principles that are based on the concept of circular economy. Digital innovation enables a circular economy model, promoting the use of solutions like digital platforms, smart devices, and artificial intelligence that help to optimize resources. Thus, the purpose of the research is to present a systematic literature review on what enabling technologies can promote new circular business models. A total of 31 articles were included in the study. Our results showed that realization of the circular economy involved two main changes: (i) managerial changes and (ii) legislative changes. Furthermore, the creation of the circular economy can certainly be facilitated by innovation, especially through the introduction of new technologies and through the introduction of digital innovations.


2017 ◽  
Vol 29 (6) ◽  
pp. 697-711 ◽  
Author(s):  
Se Jin Choi ◽  
Moon Young Oh ◽  
Na Rae Kim ◽  
Yoo Joong Jung ◽  
Young Sun Ro ◽  
...  

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mary Subaja Christo ◽  
Bommi R M ◽  
Anandaraj S P ◽  
Udhaya Sankar S M ◽  
Anbarasu V ◽  
...  

Abstract In recent years, E-services such as e-healthcare, e-learning, e-ticketing, depend on computer networks where the attackers have started introducing new types of attacks. Therefore, it is necessary to enhance security for communication which is needed for the transfer of confidential information relating to patients through the network. In our research we have developed a reputation aggregation based dynamic trust model for edge computing based E-health care systems. In this model, the edge node evaluates the trust value of a user and allows the user to access the E-health care system only when the trust value is satisfied. In order to do this, initially the user information is collected with the help of user agents and then this information is processed and the relevant data alone is sent to the edge nodes for evaluating the trust. Finally, the trusted users can be identified through edge nodes and they are only given the permission to access the e-health care system. Attacks generated in the simulations are detected using the prevailing algorithms and also the suggested techniques. The simulation results of this work prove the ability of the proposed techniques which are used to detect the attacks accurately and to prevent them effectively.


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