Data transfer protocols and security in wireless dicom transmission for cath labs

Abstract

Continuous communication and medical image acquisition are essential in catheterization labs (Cath Labs), and wireless technology in Digital Image and Communications in Medicine (DICOM), is facilitating this transformation. This move has made healthcare operations more efficient by providing rapid access to patients' information, resulting in improved decisions and results. However, this new transformation has its own set of issues, including concerns regarding the security and privacy of critical patient data during transmission. To ensure the integrity of this information while maintaining its confidentiality, we rely on modern encryption techniques, secure transfer protocols, and follow applicable rules. Several protocols, including DICOM over HTTP/HTTPS, provide secure and efficient data delivery. In addition, regular audits and proper user authentication can significantly reduce vulnerabilities and threat of data loss. The present review article discusses the significance of wireless DICOM transmission for the enhanced Cath Lab workflows, along with the security threats and the countermeasures needed to secure medical data.

Keywords: Wireless DICOM, Cath Labs, WorkFlow, Data Security, Encryption, Digital Signatures, Access Control, Network Security, HIPAA, GDPR, Quantum Cryptography, AI in Security, Zero-Trust Security, Blockchain in Healthcare