IoT Networks for Real-Time Healthcare Monitoring Systems

IoT Networks for Real-Time Healthcare Monitoring Systems

T. Venkat Narayana Rao, Lahari Mothukuri, Sangers Bhavana
Copyright: © 2024 |Pages: 16
DOI: 10.4018/979-8-3693-1934-5.ch008
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Abstract

In overpopulated nations, the need for medical treatment is increasing along with the population; healthcare difficulties are becoming more common. The population's need for high-quality care is growing despite decreasing treatment costs. An internet of things (IoT) network is a group of hardware and software components, including sensors, gadgets, appliances, and software, that can share data and information among themselves without the assistance of a human. IoT benefits healthcare by enabling remote patient monitoring, telemedicine, medication management, resource optimization, infection control, and more. IoT is crucial in healthcare for remote monitoring, timely interventions, cost reduction, and data-driven care, ultimately improving patient outcomes and healthcare system efficiency. Nowadays, much advancement is taking place in the field of IoT especially in healthcare monitoring. Some of them are wearable IoT-enabled real-time health monitoring system, real-time remote health monitoring system driven by 5G MEC-IoT, which are further discussed in this chapter.
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2. The Foundation Of Iot Networks In Healthcare

With the use of technology to improve monitoring, diagnosis, and treatment, the introduction of IoT networks into the healthcare industry represents a significant change in patient care. This section explores the fundamental components that form the foundation of IoT networks in the medical field (Birje et al., 2020).

2.1 IoT Development in Healthcare

The Internet of Things (IoT) was first introduced in the healthcare industry as a result of the convergence of rapidly advancing technology and the urgent need for more thorough, proactive patient care. The foundation for the networked environment we see today was initially established by simple remote monitoring systems. IoT networks in healthcare have grown quickly as a result of the confluence of wireless connection, data analytics, and miniature sensors (Shanmugasundaram et al., 2018).

2.2 Key Components of IoT Networks

IoT networks in healthcare encompass a diverse array of components:

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    Sensors and Devices: These form the frontline of IoT, capturing real-time data such as vital signs, movement, glucose levels, and more. Wearable devices, implantable sensors, and monitoring equipment constitute this category.

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    Connectivity Protocols: Wireless protocols like Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, Zigbee, and cellular networks facilitate seamless communication between devices and central databases or monitoring stations.

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    Data Transmission and Storage: The collected data is transmitted securely to centralized servers or cloud platforms, enabling storage, analysis, and accessibility for healthcare professionals.

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    Analytics and Interpretation: Advanced analytics and machine learning algorithms process the incoming data, providing insights, predictive analysis, and actionable information for healthcare practitioners.

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    User Interfaces and Applications: User-friendly interfaces and applications enable both healthcare providers and patients to access and interpret the monitored data, fostering informed decision-making and patient engagement.

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