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Esophageal cancer's 100 most influential manuscripts: a bibliometric analysis
A G M T Powell1,2, D L Hughes2, J Brown2
1Division of Cancer and Genetics, Cardiff University, University Hospital of Wales, Cardiff, UK.
Summary
This bibliometric analysis identifies the 100 most cited esophageal cancer (EC) papers. Key research themes include EC pathology, management, and prognosis, guiding future studies in this field.
Area of Science:
- Oncology
- Gastroenterology
- Bibliometrics
Background:
- Esophageal cancer (EC) research has significantly advanced, yet a clear overview of its most influential publications is lacking.
- Understanding the foundational studies in EC is crucial for identifying key research trends and guiding future investigations.
Purpose of the Study:
- To identify and analyze the 100 most cited manuscripts in esophageal cancer research.
- To map the evolution of research themes, influential journals, authors, and institutions in the field of EC.
Main Methods:
- A bibliometric analysis was conducted using the Web of Science database.
- Search terms included 'esophageal cancer,' 'esophageal carcinoma,' 'oesophageal cancer,' 'oesophageal carcinoma,' and 'gastroscopy.'
- The top 100 most cited English-language full manuscripts were analyzed by topic, journal, author, year, and institution.
Main Results:
- The analysis identified 121,556 eligible papers, with a median citation count of 406.5.
- The most cited paper focused on perioperative chemotherapy for EC (1833 citations).
- Gastroenterology published the most papers, while The New England Journal of Medicine received the most citations. The USA was the leading country for publications.
Conclusions:
- The most influential esophageal cancer (EC) research centers on pathology, management, and prognosis.
- This bibliometric review highlights pivotal studies, offering a roadmap for understanding popular research themes and directing future scientific inquiry in EC.
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