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Paul R Allegra1, Dylan N Greif2,3, Sohil S Desai3
1Department of Orthopedics, University of Miami/Jackson Memorial Hospital, Miami, Florida, U.S.A.
Arthroscopy, Sports Medicine, and Rehabilitation
|February 22, 2021
Summary
This study analyzed the 50 most-cited articles on Superior Labrum Anterior Posterior (SLAP) tears. It reveals key research trends and highly influential publications in SLAP tear management.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedic Surgery
- Sports Medicine
- Bibliometrics
Background:
- Superior Labrum Anterior Posterior (SLAP) tears are common shoulder injuries.
- Understanding the most influential research is crucial for advancing treatment strategies.
Purpose of the Study:
- To identify and evaluate the 50 most-cited articles on SLAP tears.
- To provide a quantitative analysis of seminal research in the field.
Main Methods:
- A comprehensive search of the ISI Web of Knowledge database was performed in April 2020.
- Two independent reviewers identified and extracted data from the top 50 articles based on citation count.
- Data included citation metrics, publication details, journal, country, and level of evidence.
Main Results:
- The top 50 articles were identified from 2,597 initial results, with the leading article cited 802 times.
- The average citation count was 131, and average citation density was 7.3.
- Arthroscopy journal published the most articles (30%). Most studies had Level of Evidence IV (48%), with only 4% being Level I.
Conclusions:
- This bibliometric analysis highlights the most impactful research on SLAP tears.
- The findings aid surgeons in navigating literature and identifying research trends.
- This collection offers insights into future research directions for SLAP tear management.
