The development of standards in healthcare informatics and telematics in Europe

Georges J.E. De Moor

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Abstract

This article introduces the importance and role of standardisation in healthcare informatics and telematics. A list of prioritised requirements and an overview of already adopted European (CEN/TC 251) standards are given. The paper also emphasises the need for co-ordination between research, standardisation and marketing.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)232-257
Number of pages26
JournalLouvain Medical
Volume116
Issue number7
StatePublished - Sep 1997
Externally publishedYes

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • General Medicine

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