Fingerprint verification on medical image reporting system.
The healthcare industry is recently going through extensive changes, through adoption of robust, interoperable healthcare information technology by means of electronic medical records (EMR). However, a major concern of EMR is adequate confidentiality of the individual records being managed electronically. Multiple access points over an open network like the Internet increases possible patient data interception. The obligation is on healthcare providers to procure information security solutions that do not hamper patient care while still providing the confidentiality of patient information. Medical images are also part of the EMR which need to be protected from unauthorized users. This study integrates the techniques of fingerprint verification, DICOM object, digital signature and digital envelope in order to ensure that access to the hospital Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS) or radiology information system (RIS) is only by certified parties.
Chen
Yen-Cheng
YC
Department of Medical Informatics, Shin Kong Wu Ho-Su Memorial Hospital, Taiwan.
Chen
Liang-Kuang
LK
Tsai
Ming-Dar
MD
Chiu
Hou-Chang
HC
Chiu
Jainn-Shiun
JS
Chong
Chee-Fah
CF
D000465:Algorithms; D001185:Artificial Intelligence; D001699:Biometry / Q000295:instrumentation / Q000379:methods*; D016494:Computer Security / Q000295:instrumentation*; D003878:Dermatoglyphics; D006801:Humans; D007090:Image Interpretation, Computer-Assisted / Q000295:instrumentation / Q000379:methods; D016347:Medical Records Systems, Computerized / Q000295:instrumentation*; D010363:Pattern Recognition, Automated / Q000379:methods; D011873:Radiology Information Systems / Q000295:instrumentation*; D012867:Skin