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: Received: 25 April 2023 / Approved: 26 April 2023 / Online: 26 April 2023 (04:41:03 CEST)
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Palojoki, S.; Vuokko, R. Semantic Interoperability of EHRs: Review of Approaches for Enhancing the Goals of European Health Data Space. Preprints2023, 2023040957. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202304.0957.v1
Palojoki, S.; Vuokko, R. Semantic Interoperability of EHRs: Review of Approaches for Enhancing the Goals of European Health Data Space. Preprints 2023, 2023040957. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202304.0957.v1
Palojoki, S.; Vuokko, R. Semantic Interoperability of EHRs: Review of Approaches for Enhancing the Goals of European Health Data Space. Preprints2023, 2023040957. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202304.0957.v1
APA Style
Palojoki, S., & Vuokko, R. (2023). Semantic Interoperability of EHRs: Review of Approaches for Enhancing the Goals of European Health Data Space. Preprints. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202304.0957.v1
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Palojoki, S. and Riikka Vuokko. 2023 "Semantic Interoperability of EHRs: Review of Approaches for Enhancing the Goals of European Health Data Space" Preprints. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202304.0957.v1
Abstract
Semantic interoperability facilitates exchange and access of health data that is being documented in EHRs with various semantic features. In the EU, the regulation proposal of European health data space requires development of semantic interoperability. To achieve a fully integrated EHDS ecosystem leveraging the value of health data, stakeholders need to overcome challenges of implementing common standards and other semantic interoperability features. We aimed to research what scientific evidence is available on developing semantic interoperability. Our research questions focused specifically on key features and approaches for semantic interoperability and on possible benefits of these choices. For that purpose, we performed a systematic literature review by defining our study framework based on previous research. Our results consisted of 10 studies where data models, ontologies, terminologies, classifications, and standards were applied for building interoperability. Through increased access to interoperable patient information, a better quality and outcomes in care can be achieved. Better communication based on easily accessible data is facilitated between health professionals and between clinicians and the patients. When heading towards semantic harmonization as outlined in the EHDS proposal, more experiences and analyses are needed to assess how applicable the chosen solutions are for semantic interoperability of European health care data.
Keywords
electronic health record; European Union; health care data; health data space; review; semantic interoperability; standardization
Subject
Public Health and Healthcare, Health Policy and Services
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