Year: 2022
Type: article
Abstract: This critical review explores the pivotal role of medical technology in improving healthcare quality. Medical technology, encompassing diagnostic tools, therapeutic devices, health information systems, and wearable technologies, has significantly enhanced patient outcomes, operational efficiency, and overall healthcare delivery. By examining historical developments, current innovations, and their impact on patient safety, satisfaction, and clinical outcomes, this review highlights the positive contributions of technology to modern healthcare. However, it also addresses the challenges, including cost implications, over-reliance on technology, and ethical concerns related to data privacy. Through case studies and an analysis of emerging trends, the review offers insights into future directions, emphasizing the need for continued research and thoughtful integration of new technologies to further advance healthcare quality. This review serves as a resource for healthcare professionals, policymakers, and researchers interested in understanding the transformative potential of medical technology in healthcare.
Language: English
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W4402016830