Sjúkraskrárgögn

Sjúkraskrárgögn refers to medical records in Iceland. These records document a patient's health history, including diagnoses, treatments, medications, allergies, test results, and physician's notes. They are maintained by healthcare providers, such as hospitals, clinics, and individual physicians, to ensure continuity of care and provide a comprehensive overview of a patient's health journey.

The primary purpose of sjúkraskrárgögn is to support the medical decision-making process. They allow healthcare professionals to access vital information quickly and accurately, which is crucial in emergency situations and for long-term health management. These records are also essential for research, public health monitoring, and statistical analysis.

In Iceland, the handling and access to sjúkraskrárgögn are governed by strict privacy laws, primarily the Act on the Protection of Privacy and Processing of Personal Data. Patients have the right to access their own medical records and, in most cases, to request corrections if inaccuracies are found. Sharing of these records is generally restricted to authorized personnel and with the patient's consent, except in specific legal or public health circumstances. Electronic health records are increasingly common, enhancing efficiency and accessibility while also necessitating robust security measures to protect sensitive patient information.