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Current applications of precision medicine: a bibliometric analysis
Jessica R Williams1, Dalia Lorenzo2,3, John Salerno4
1School of Nursing, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, NC 27599, USA.
Personalized Medicine
|July 4, 2019
Summary
Precision medicine literature shows exponential growth, focusing on genetics and personalized treatments. Future research must address social determinants and health disparities for broader population impact.
Area of Science:
- Bibliometrics
- Medical Informatics
- Public Health
Background:
- Precision medicine literature has grown exponentially, particularly in oncology journals.
- Current definitions emphasize genetics and personalized treatments, with limited focus on broader health determinants.
- The field aims to tailor medical treatment to individual characteristics.
Purpose of the Study:
- To analyze publication trends in precision medicine literature.
- To identify key themes and definitions within precision medicine research.
- To highlight gaps in the literature concerning social and environmental health factors.
Main Methods:
- Bibliometric analysis of 5552 identified articles.
- Trend analysis of publication growth from 2012 to 2018.
- Content analysis of precision medicine definitions and research focus.
Main Results:
- Significant exponential growth in precision medicine publications from 2012-2018.
- Predominant publication in medical specialty journals, especially oncology.
- Definitions centered on tailored treatments, genetics, and biology, neglecting social/environmental determinants and health disparities.
Conclusions:
- Precision medicine research is rapidly expanding but narrowly focused.
- Integrating social and environmental determinants is crucial for equitable health outcomes.
- Further empirical work is needed to incorporate genes, environment, and lifestyle for comprehensive precision medicine.
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