A bibliometric analysis of brachial plexus injury from 1980 to 2022

Heliyon, 2024 · DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.heliyon.2024.e26175 · Published: February 16, 2024

Simple Explanation

Brachial plexus injury is a severe nerve injury that can cause disability. Researchers have used bibliometric analysis to study the published literature and understand the research trends. This study analyzes publications related to brachial plexus injury from 1980 to 2022, using tools like R language, Citespace, and Vosviewer to map scientific information. The study looks at publication countries, institutions, journals, collaborations, and research hotspots. The analysis identified key countries, institutions, and journals involved in brachial plexus injury research, along with leading researchers and trending topics like nerve transfer and reconstruction.

Study Duration

42 Years

Participants

Not specified

Evidence Level

Review article

Key Findings

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The United States leads in the number of publications related to brachial plexus injury, followed by China and England.
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Fudan University and Mayo Clinic are the leading institutions in terms of the number of published articles.
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The 'JOURNAL OF HAND SURGERY-AMERICAN VOLUME' has published the most articles on brachial plexus injury and has a significant impact in the field.

Research Summary

This bibliometric analysis examines global research trends in brachial plexus injury from 1980 to 2022, revealing an increasing interest and publication rate in this field. The study identifies key countries (USA, China, England), institutions (Fudan University, Mayo Clinic), and journals ('JOURNAL OF HAND SURGERY-AMERICAN VOLUME') that have significantly contributed to brachial plexus injury research. Nerve transfer and nerve reconstruction are highlighted as current and future research directions, emphasizing the importance of continued investigation and collaboration in these areas.

Practical Implications

Research Focus

Directs future research towards nerve transfer, cerebral plasticity, and neuropathic pain in brachial plexus injuries.

Collaboration

Encourages increased international collaboration among researchers and institutions to enhance research quality and outcomes.

Clinical Practice

Informs clinical practice by highlighting effective treatment methods and areas needing further investigation, such as optimizing nerve reconstruction techniques.

Study Limitations

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The study only searched the Web of Science Core Collection (WoSCC) database.
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Other databases, such as PubMed and China National Knowledge Infrastructure, were not analyzed.
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The WoSCC is still the most commonly used database in bibliometric analysis.

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