DIGITAL HEALTH INFORMATION SECURITY IN THE POST-OPERATIVE PERIOD: RISKS, LEGISLATION AND ETHICAL PRACTICES

Abstract

Advances in digital health technologies have brought about significant transformations in the provision of care, especially in the post-operative period, by enabling remote monitoring of patients, continuous communication between professionals and users, and increased adherence to therapeutic guidelines. However, these same advances introduce significant risks related to information security and the privacy of sensitive data, requiring extra attention from managers, professionals and system developers. This article carries out an integrative review that examines the main cyber risks associated with digital care in the postoperative period, the applicable legal provisions, with an emphasis on the General Data Protection Act (LGPD) and the European Union's General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), and the ethical dilemmas that emerge from the use of digital technologies in clinical contexts. The analysis also includes bioethical guidelines that guide professional practice in the digital age. The results highlight the urgency of implementing cybersecurity policies, continuing training for healthcare teams, strengthening informed consent and promoting an organizational culture focused on data protection. The conclusion is that the humanization of care in digital environments is intrinsically linked to information ethics and the responsible protection of patient data.