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Published on: October 24, 2019
Laparoscopic Surgery's 100 Most Influential Manuscripts: A Bibliometric Analysis
Katie L Mellor1, Arfon G M T Powell2, Wyn G Lewis3
1Department of Surgery, Abertawe Bro Morgannwg University Health Board, Morriston Hospital, Heol Maes Eglwys, Swansea.
Surgical Laparoscopy, Endoscopy & Percutaneous Techniques
|January 23, 2018
Summary
This bibliometric analysis reveals that the most cited laparoscopic surgery papers focus on cancer treatment and surgical technique comparisons. These highly cited works significantly advance the field of minimally invasive surgery.
Area of Science:
- Minimally Invasive Surgery
- Bibliometrics
- Publication Analysis
Background:
- Laparoscopic surgery has revolutionized surgical practice.
- Understanding the most influential research is crucial for future advancements.
Purpose of the Study:
- To conduct a bibliometric analysis of the 100 most cited manuscripts in laparoscopic surgery.
- Identify key trends, influential publications, and research areas.
Main Methods:
- Searched the Web of Science database using terms 'laparoscop*' and 'surg*'.
- Analyzed the top 100 cited English-language full manuscripts.
- Evaluated publications by topic, journal, author, year, and institution.
Main Results:
- Identified 71,524 eligible papers with a median citation count of 585.76.
- Top papers focused on cancer treatment (35%), surgical technique (24%), and comparisons with open surgery (22%).
- Annals of Surgery published the most papers (22), and the United States led in publications (55).
Conclusions:
- The most impactful research in laparoscopic surgery centers on techniques and comparisons with traditional open procedures.
- Cancer treatment remains a dominant and highly cited topic in the field.
