Blockchain-Powered Supply Chain Management for Kidney Organ Preservation

TL;DR

This paper introduces a blockchain-based platform combined with machine learning to enhance the security, traceability, and real-time health monitoring of kidneys during transportation in the organ supply chain.

Contribution

It presents a novel integrated system that leverages blockchain for secure tracking and machine learning for real-time organ health assessment in kidney transplantation logistics.

Findings

Enhanced traceability and security in kidney transportation.

Real-time detection of potential organ damage.

Improved preservation and handling protocols.

Abstract

Due to the shortage of available kidney organs for transplants, handling every donor kidney with utmost care is crucial to preserve the organ's health, especially during the organ supply chain where kidneys are prone to deterioration during transportation. Therefore, this research proposes a blockchain platform to aid in managing kidneys in the supply chain. This framework establishes a secure system that meticulously tracks the organ's location and handling, safeguarding the health from donor to recipient. Additionally, a machine-learning algorithm is embedded to monitor organ health in real-time against various metrics for prompt detection of possible kidney damage.