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A bibliometric analysis of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and COVID-19

Yaolin Li1, Huiqin Wang2, Lixiang Jiang3

  • 1The Third People's Hospital of Chengdu, Chengdu, China.

Medicine
|March 10, 2023
PubMed

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This bibliometric analysis maps the research landscape of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). It identifies key publications, institutions, and emerging trends in understanding their complex relationship.

Area of Science:

  • Pulmonology
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Bibliometrics

Background:

  • The COVID-19 pandemic has significantly impacted patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
  • Understanding the intersection of these two conditions is crucial for patient care and research.
  • A comprehensive overview of the existing research is needed.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To conduct a bibliometric analysis of the literature on COVID-19 and COPD.
  • To identify current research status, hot spots, and frontiers in this field.
  • To provide a reference for future research directions.

Main Methods:

  • Bibliometric analysis using Web of Science Core Collection data.
  • Analysis of publication distribution, research hotspots, and frontiers.
  • Utilized VOSviewer and CiteSpace for data visualization and analysis.

Main Results:

  • 816 publications were analyzed, with the USA, China, and England as leading contributors.
  • Huazhong University of Science and Technology, University College London, and Imperial College London were prominent institutions.
  • Key research areas include clinical features, disease management, and underlying mechanisms.

Conclusions:

  • The study maps the scientific landscape of COVID-19 and COPD research.
  • Identified key players, influential publications, and research trends.
  • Provides valuable insights for researchers navigating this complex field.

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