A blockchain technology representing a tool for data storage and transmission is briefly described in this review.Current trends of its development are also shown as well as currently known specific features and advantages of using the blockchain technology in medicine.The possibilities and prospects of applying the blockchain for solving some tasks in healthcare are analyzed.In addition, shortcomings and problems associated with the employment of this technology in medicine are also highlighted.Though the majority of the projects for using the blockchain in medicine are now being only developed, a sufficient number of them have already been realized, there have appeared applications in blockchain.An interdisciplinary approach and collaboration of physicians with blockchain specialists will provide the opportunity to use the rapidly evolving digital technologies in the field of medicine.
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