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The one-hundred most-cited articles focused on thyroid research: a bibliometric analysis
Eun S Kim1, Dae Y Yoon2,3, Ki-Won Oh4
1Department of Radiology, Breast and Thyroid Cancer Center, Hallym University Sacred Heart Hospital, Hallym University College of Medicine, Anyang, South Korea.
Minerva Endocrinologica
|May 27, 2017
Summary
This study identifies the 100 most-cited thyroid research articles, revealing key trends in publication years, journals, and topics. Nodular thyroid disease was the most frequent subject, offering insights into the field's impactful research.
Area of Science:
- Endocrinology
- Thyroid Research
Background:
- Article citation count signifies research impact.
- Understanding influential thyroid research aids field development.
Purpose of the Study:
- To identify and analyze the 100 most-cited articles in thyroid research.
- To provide insights into the historical development and key trends in thyroidology.
Main Methods:
- Searched the Institute for Scientific Information Web of Knowledge database.
- Analyzed publication year, journal, citations, authors, institutions, country, study type, and topic for the top 100 articles.
Main Results:
- Most cited articles published 2000-2009 (32%), in endocrinology journals (29%), from the USA (70%).
- Nodular thyroid disease was the most common topic (32%).
- Johns Hopkins and Ohio State University led institutions; Mazzaferri EL was the most prolific author.
Conclusions:
- This analysis offers a comprehensive overview of seminal works in thyroid research.
- Identifies key areas and contributors shaping the field of thyroidology.
