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The 100 top-cited classic papers in hand surgery
C W Joyce1, J C Kelly, S M Carroll
1Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, University Hospital Galway , Galway , Ireland.
Journal of Plastic Surgery and Hand Surgery
|September 26, 2013
Summary
This study identifies the 100 most cited articles in hand surgery, revealing key influential papers. Understanding these highly cited works aids in recognizing foundational research in hand surgery practice.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedics
- Plastic Surgery
- Hand Surgery
Background:
- Article citation count reflects its impact and importance in a medical field.
- Identifying highly cited papers in hand surgery is crucial for understanding the discipline's foundational literature.
Purpose of the Study:
- To identify and analyze the characteristics of the top 100 most frequently cited articles in hand surgery.
- To determine the leading publications that have shaped the field of hand surgery.
Main Methods:
- A comprehensive search was conducted across major hand surgery journals.
- The top 100 most cited articles were identified and ranked based on citation frequency.
- Analysis included article type, journal, and geographic/institutional origin.
Main Results:
- The study identified the 100 most influential papers in hand surgery based on citation metrics.
- Key journals contributing to the top 100 were identified.
- The origin and type of these seminal articles were cataloged.
Conclusions:
- This research highlights the most impactful publications in hand surgery literature.
- Understanding these foundational papers can guide future research and clinical practice in hand surgery.
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