Epilepsy Occurrence and Circadian Rhythm: A Bibliometrics Study and Visualization Analysis via CiteSpace
Dongling Zhong1,2, Shanxia Luo3, Linli Zheng3
1Department of Periodical Press and National Clinical Research Center for Geriatrics, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China.
This study analyzed epilepsy and circadian rhythm research, revealing active global collaboration. Key areas include understanding the epilepsy-circadian interaction and exploring novel treatments like chronotherapy.
Area of Science:
- Neuroscience
- Chronobiology
- Bibliometrics
Background:
- Circadian rhythm disruptions are increasingly linked to neurological disorders.
- Understanding the interplay between epilepsy and circadian rhythms is crucial for developing effective treatments.
Conclusions:
- The field demonstrates robust international cooperation.
- Future research directions focus on the epilepsy circadian rhythm across different epileptic foci.
- Investigating the mechanisms involving melatonin, sleep-wake cycles, and clock genes may lead to future epilepsy treatments such as chronotherapy and stem cell transplantation.
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