Biofilms in wound healing: A bibliometric and visualised study

Area of Science:

• * Biomedical Sciences
• * Microbiology
• * Wound Care

Background:

• * Bibliometric analyses are crucial for visualizing knowledge landscapes and research trends.
• * Understanding biofilm dynamics in wound healing is essential for effective treatment strategies.
• * Existing literature on biofilms in wound healing requires comprehensive analysis to identify research gaps and opportunities.

Purpose of the Study:

• * To conduct a bibliometric analysis of research on biofilms in wound healing.
• * To identify current trends, patterns, and key research areas within this scientific domain.
• * To provide insights into global research hotspots and guide future scientific investigations.

Main Methods:

• * Quantitative review of scientific literature indexed in the Web of Science Core Collection.
• * Analysis and visualization of bibliometric data using specialized software (Microsoft Excel 2019, VOSviewer, CiteSpace V).
• * Identification of trends and patterns in biofilm-related wound healing research.

Main Results:

• * The study provides a comprehensive overview of the current research status on biofilms in wound healing.
• * Global trends and emerging hotspots in this research area have been identified.
• * Key findings offer a fresh perspective on the scientific landscape of biofilm-related wound healing.

Conclusions:

• * Bibliometric analysis effectively visualizes the knowledge base and trends in biofilm-related wound healing research.
• * The findings highlight active areas of scientific interest and potential future research directions.
• * This study serves as a foundation for researchers to identify and pursue promising research endeavors in wound healing biofilms.