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The most influential papers in mitral valve surgery; a bibliometric analysis
N Allen1, K O'Sullivan2, J M Jones2
1Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Royal Victoria Hospital, 274 Grosvenor Road, Belfast, BT12 6BA, UK. neill.allen@nhs.net.
Journal of Cardiothoracic Surgery
|July 22, 2020
Summary
This bibliometric analysis identifies the top 100 cited articles in mitral valve surgery. It highlights influential research guiding current management, including historical milestones and emerging minimally invasive techniques.
Area of Science:
- Cardiovascular Surgery
- Bibliometrics
- Medical Research Evaluation
Background:
- Mitral valve surgery is a critical area in cardiovascular medicine.
- Understanding the impact of research is essential for advancing surgical techniques.
- Bibliometric analysis provides a quantitative measure of research influence.
Purpose of the Study:
- To identify and analyze the 100 most cited articles in mitral valve surgery.
- To determine the most influential papers, institutions, and authors in the field.
- To provide insights into the historical development and current trends in mitral valve surgery research.
Main Methods:
- Bibliometric analysis of the top 100 cited articles in mitral valve surgery.
- Identification of key publications, authors, and institutions based on citation counts.
- Review of seminal works and emerging research trends.
Main Results:
- The Carpentier et al. paper on mitral valve repair is the most cited.
- Key historical contributions include Elliot Cutler's first mitral valve repair in 1923.
- Percutaneous and minimally invasive techniques are a growing area of research, with comparisons to open repair.
Conclusions:
- The analysis highlights foundational work and evolving research frontiers in mitral valve surgery.
- Identifying influential research aids in understanding the trajectory of the field.
- This study provides a valuable overview for researchers and clinicians in mitral valve surgery.
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