Global muscular dystrophy research: A 25-year bibliometric perspective

Area of Science:

• Genetics
• Neurology
• Biomedical Research

Background:

• Muscular dystrophy is a progressive genetic muscle disorder affecting muscle cells.
• Its global prevalence necessitates critical study for improved health services.
• Understanding research trends is vital for advancing muscular dystrophy knowledge.

Purpose of the Study:

• To quantitatively analyze the global research landscape of muscular dystrophy.
• To assess research strength and trends from 1991 to 2015.
• To identify key characteristics of muscular dystrophy research output.

Main Methods:

• Bibliographic literature analysis using Science Citation Index.
• Keywords included Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD), Becker Muscular Dystrophy (BMD), and others.
• Analysis encompassed publication productivity, authorship, collaboration, country performance, and citation frequency.

Main Results:

• Identified global research trends in muscular dystrophy over a 25-year period.
• Evaluated country-specific contributions and collaborative efforts in the field.
• Analyzed publication productivity and citation impact of key research documents.

Conclusions:

• Bibliometric analysis provides a comprehensive overview of muscular dystrophy research.
• Understanding these trends can guide future research priorities and funding.
• This study offers insights into the evolution of muscular dystrophy research globally.