disruptive technology

A health technology that displaces an established technology, and substantially changes clinical practice.

Note 1: The change to clinical practice may or may not be beneficial. Disruptive technologies often have high and rapid uptake.

Note 2: Examples of disruptive technologies include oral direct acting antivirals for hepatitis C, immunotherapy for cancers, and smartphone medical applications (apps).

Note 3: Related terms include "innovative health technology".