A review on scope and use of Robots in healthcare sector in Kerala and related ethical issues

Year : 2024 | Volume : | : | Page : –
By

Ancy Varghese,

Ojus Thomas Lee,

  1. Assistant Professor Department of Electronics, SAINTGITS College of Engineering Kottayam India
  2. Associate Professor Department of Computer Science, College of Engineering, Kidangoor Kottayam India

Abstract

In today’s rapidly evolving world, robots have become integral to various industries, including healthcare. Their precision, efficiency, and ability to perform repetitive tasks have transformed patient care and clinical procedures. While developed countries have embraced robotic technologies, India, particularly Kerala, is still in the early stages of integrating robots into healthcare. Surgical assistance and patient rehabilitation are key use cases. However, this adoption raises ethical, privacy, and regulatory concerns. As technology advances, robots will play an increasingly vital role in healthcare delivery, necessitating thoughtful consideration of ethical implications. This work highlights the promise and challenges of healthcare robotics, emphasizing the need for responsible implementation and ethical safeguards.

Keywords: Health care Robots, Surgical Robots, Hospital Robots, Ethical issues in Robotics, Delivery Robots

How to cite this article: Ancy Varghese, Ojus Thomas Lee. A review on scope and use of Robots in healthcare sector in Kerala and related ethical issues. Journal of Production Research & Management. 2024; ():-.
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Received May 20, 2024
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