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Research on high anal fistula: a bibliometric analysis
Xin Li1, Congcong Zhi1, Yuying Shi1
1Anorectal Department, China-Japan Friendship Hospital, Beijing, China.
Annals of Palliative Medicine
|December 7, 2021
Summary
Research on high anal fistula (HAF) shows increasing publications, primarily in developed nations. Current studies focus on HAF treatment, with a notable lack of research into prevention strategies.
Area of Science:
- Colorectal Surgery
- Gastroenterology
- Bibliometric Analysis
Background:
- High anal fistula (HAF) presents complex treatment challenges compared to low anal fistulas.
- Improper HAF treatment risks significant impact on anal function.
- Current HAF management relies mainly on surgery, with adjuvant external and systemic medicines.
Purpose of the Study:
- To conduct a bibliometric analysis of high anal fistula (HAF) research.
- To outline the current status and trends in HAF literature.
- To identify research gaps in HAF prevention and treatment.
Main Methods:
- Bibliometric analysis using Science Citation Index Expanded (SCI-E) database.
- Keyword analysis utilizing CiteSpace software and BUSRT.
- Systematic search strategy for HAF-related documents.
Main Results:
- 1,020 HAF-related documents were identified, showing an upward trend.
- Research is concentrated in developed countries like Europe and the US.
- The US leads in cooperative research, but author collaboration is limited.
- Keyword analysis reveals a focus on HAF treatment, with minimal research on prevention.
Conclusions:
- There is a need for more international, multi-center clinical studies on HAF.
- Strengthening research efforts in HAF prevention is crucial.
- Further collaboration among authors could enhance HAF research impact.
