Embracing IoT for Advancing Healthcare Monitoring: A Comprehensive Review and Future Outlook

Abstract

The Internet of Things (IoT) presents a groundbreaking paradigm with transformative potential across various sectors, notably in healthcare. This paper delves into the integration of IoT within healthcare monitoring systems, focusing on its capacity to revolutionize patient care, refine diagnostic processes, and optimize resource utilization. This study scrutinizes the amalgamation of IoT devices, data analytics, and machine learning algorithms to devise efficient and dependable healthcare monitoring solutions. We culminate in a comprehensive overview of IoT-enabled healthcare systems. This paper illuminates key challenges entailed in IoT implementation within healthcare and proffers strategies for their effective mitigation. The analysis of case studies and real-world instances underscores the tangible impact of IoT on patient care and clinical outcomes. Finally, the paper elucidates forthcoming trends and opportunities in leveraging IoT for healthcare advancement, advocating for interdisciplinary cooperation to unlock the full potential of IoT in healthcare delivery.