Hoffman Alexandra F, Khabyeh-Hasbani Nathan, Koehler Steven M
Orthopedic Surgery, Albert Einstein College of Medicine, Bronx, USA.
Orthopedic Surgery, Montefiore Medical Center, Wakefield Campus, Bronx, USA.
Cureus. 2024 Jan 14;16(1):e52250. doi: 10.7759/cureus.52250. eCollection 2024 Jan.
Brachial plexus birth injury (BPBI) is a relatively common condition that poses a significant challenge to children who endure functional impairments later on. This comprehensive bibliometric analysis sought to quantitatively evaluate the existing literature on BPBI, shedding light on authorship, collaboration, publication trends, and keyword analysis to both inform the medical community and foster future research growth. A thorough search of the Web of Science database yielded 712 relevant documents published between 1986 and 2022. The analysis utilized Biblioshiny (K-Synth Srl, Naples, Italy) for bibliometric data, alongside VOSviewer (Centre for Science and Technology Studies, Leiden University, The Netherlands) and TextRazor (TextRazor Ltd., London, UK) for keyword categorization. The literature had an average annual growth rate of 7.94%, with an average document age of 12 years. Collaborative efforts demonstrated 9.6% international co-authorship, with the United States prominently leading global collaborations. Top producing authors included Yang, Kozin, and Clarke, while the most cited authors were Clarke, Waters, and Curtis. Journals such as the and emerged as key contributors to the literature. Keyword analysis illuminated prevalent categories like "society" and "health," underscoring the multifaceted nature of BPBI research. The findings from this bibliometric analysis highlight the dynamic and collaborative landscape of BPBI research, emphasizing the pressing need for continued contributions to address existing gaps in knowledge, enhance global collaboration, and advance the understanding and treatment of this complex condition. Beyond quantitative metrics, this study holds particular significance in its role as a compass for researchers, practitioners, and policymakers invested in BPBI. By offering insights into influential authors, institutions, and emerging trends, this analysis serves as a valuable resource, guiding future research endeavors, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration, and ultimately contributing to improved outcomes for individuals affected by BPBI. The importance of this study lies not only in its informative content but also in its potential to catalyze a collective effort toward refining treatment modalities, promoting preventative measures, and enhancing the overall quality of care for those navigating the challenges of BPBI.
臂丛神经产伤（BPBI）是一种相对常见的病症，给日后承受功能障碍的儿童带来了重大挑战。这项全面的文献计量分析旨在对现有的关于BPBI的文献进行定量评估，通过对作者、合作、出版趋势和关键词分析，为医学界提供信息并促进未来研究的发展。对科学网数据库进行全面搜索后，得到了1986年至2022年间发表的712篇相关文献。该分析使用Biblioshiny（意大利那不勒斯的K-Synth Srl公司）进行文献计量数据处理，同时使用VOSviewer（荷兰莱顿大学科学技术研究中心）和TextRazor（英国伦敦的TextRazor Ltd.公司）进行关键词分类。文献的年均增长率为7.94%，文献的平均发表年限为12年。合作成果显示国际合著率为9.6%，美国在全球合作中占据显著领先地位。高产作者包括杨、科津和克拉克，而被引用最多的作者是克拉克、沃特斯和柯蒂斯。诸如《 》和《 》等期刊成为该领域文献的主要贡献者。关键词分析揭示了“社会”和“健康”等普遍类别，凸显了BPBI研究的多面性。这项文献计量分析的结果突出了BPBI研究充满活力和协作的态势，强调迫切需要持续做出贡献，以填补现有知识空白、加强全球合作，并推进对这种复杂病症的理解和治疗。除了定量指标外，本研究对于致力于BPBI研究的研究人员、从业者和政策制定者具有特殊意义。通过提供对有影响力的作者、机构和新兴趋势的见解，该分析成为宝贵资源，指导未来的研究工作，促进跨学科合作，并最终为受BPBI影响的个体带来更好的结果。本研究的重要性不仅在于其提供的信息内容，还在于其有可能推动集体努力，以完善治疗方式、推广预防措施，并提高应对BPBI挑战的整体护理质量。
