Desafios da implementação da Lei Geral de Proteção de Dados em serviços de saúde que fazem uso da telemedicina: uma revisão integrativa

Objective: To investigate the challenges and opportunities of implementing the General Data Protection Law in health services using telemedicine, aiming to identify gaps and suggest improvements and public policies. Methodology: An integrative review was conducted, selecting articles from databases such as Virtual Health Library, CAPES Journals, Luiz Viana Filho Academic Library, and PubMed, using descriptors like "telemedicine", "telehealth", "general data protection law", "data protection", and "health". Results: The analysis highlighted the need for health information systems to adapt to General Data Protection Law compliance, underlining challenges such as implementing informed consent and information security measures. Opportunities include increasing patient trust in telehealth services and innovating data management practices. Conclusion: Effective implementation of the General Data Protection Law in the health sector requires a multifaceted approach that includes technological and procedural adjustments and a commitment to the continuous education of healthcare professionals. This is crucial for ensuring the security of patient data, promoting privacy, and driving innovation in digital health. Submitted: 08/19/24| Revision: 10/07/24| Approved: 10/13/24