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Dörthe Brüggmann1,2,3, Matthias Grimstein2, Christine Solbach1
1Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics, Goethe-University, Frankfurt, Germany.
Quantitative Imaging in Medicine and Surgery
|January 4, 2021
Summary
This study analyzes global mammography research output, finding the US leads in productivity and socioeconomic impact. Research activity correlates with economic factors and prevalence, with distinct gender representation in scientific contributions.
Area of Science:
- Medical Imaging and Diagnostics
- Public Health
- Bibliometrics
Background:
- Mammography is a critical preventive healthcare technique.
- Global scientific output on mammography requires comprehensive analysis.
- Understanding research trends informs public health strategies.
Purpose of the Study:
- To map and analyze worldwide mammography research output.
- To assess quantitative, qualitative, and socioeconomic aspects of this research.
- To identify leading nations and trends in mammography studies.
Main Methods:
- Utilized the New Quality and Quantity Indices in Science (NewQIS) platform.
- Analyzed Web of Science articles from 1900-2014 (P1) and 2015-2020 (P2).
- Applied density-equalizing mapping projections (DEMP) and socioeconomic benchmarking.
Main Results:
- 13,629 mammography articles were identified.
- The United States led in productivity and socioeconomic impact (publications per GDP/capita).
- Scandinavian countries and the Netherlands showed high research activity relative to population; female researchers were dominant globally, except in Japan.
Conclusions:
- Global mammography research shows strong international collaboration.
- Research output largely aligns with economic indicators and disease prevalence.
- Mammography research landscape differs from other biomedical fields.
