Investment appraisal of the protection, confidentiality and security arrangements of patient data.
Data Protection and Security issues are reviewed in relevant literature. Policies implemented in relation to the subject matter are discussed in detail. Findings from a review of data protection and security arrangements at a major hospital are presented. Future data protection and security recommendations are outlined.
Loftus
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Department of Information Technology, Rotunda Hospital, Dublin, Ireland.
Carroll
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D016494:Computer Security; D003219:Confidentiality; D006751:Hospital Information Systems / Q000592:standards*; D006801:Humans; D007494:Ireland; D016347:Medical Records Systems, Computerized / Q000592:standards*; D011786:Quality Control