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Landmark publications on Sudden Infant Death Syndrome: A bibliometrics analysis
R G Menezes1, M S Usman2, M M Memon2
1Department of Pathology, College of Medicine, King Fahd Hospital of the University, Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University, Dammam, Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia.
Forensic Science Review
|July 27, 2020
Summary
This study analyzed top Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) research, finding declining interest and a lack of Asian author contributions. More research funding, especially for Asian researchers, is crucial to combat SIDS.
Area of Science:
- Pediatrics
- Public Health
- Bibliometrics
Background:
- Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) remains a significant concern due to unclear pathophysiology and risk factors.
- Effective research is vital to reduce the prevalence of this fatal disorder.
- Understanding research trends is key to guiding future SIDS investigations.
Purpose of the Study:
- To identify and analyze the bibliometric characteristics of the top 50 most cited articles on Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS).
- To gain insights into research trends, influential publications, and geographical contributions in the field of SIDS.
- To provide a directive for researchers aiming to publish impactful work on SIDS.
Main Methods:
- A literature search was conducted on the Scopus database using a prespecified string.
- Two independent reviewers selected the top 50 relevant articles based on citation count, with no time restrictions.
- Bibliometric analysis was performed on selected articles, including publication dates, journals, author affiliations, and citation counts.
Main Results:
- The top 50 SIDS articles were published between 1972 and 2011, with peak productivity between 1991-1995.
- These articles received a total of 13,703 citations, with a median of 236 citations per paper.
- US authors dominated (60%), while no articles originated from Asian authors. Citations appeared to decline post-2009.
Conclusions:
- Bibliometric data suggest a concerning decrease in research interest in SIDS.
- The lack of influential research from Asian authors highlights a significant gap in global SIDS research.
- Increased funding and targeted support for Asian researchers are recommended to advance SIDS knowledge and prevention efforts.
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