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Investigation of epigenetics insights of hypertension: A bibliometric analysis

Nannan Liu1, Lina Xia

  • 1Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu, Sichuan, China.

Medicine
|September 8, 2023
PubMed

Insights

Research on hypertension and epigenetics is growing, with over 1500 papers published in the last decade. This field shows significant potential for future advancements in understanding and treating hypertension.

Area of Science:

  • Cardiovascular Research
  • Genetics and Genomics
  • Epigenetics

Background:

  • Hypertension is a significant risk factor for severe cardiovascular and renal diseases.
  • Gene-environment interactions play a crucial role in the development of hypertension.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To conduct a bibliometric analysis of research on hypertension and epigenetics.
  • To summarize the current landscape and analyze emerging trends in the field over the past decade.

Main Methods:

  • Utilized the Web of Science Core Collection database for data retrieval.
  • Employed VOSviewer and CiteSpace software for bibliometric analysis of publications from 2013-2022.
  • Examined journals, institutions, countries, authors, and keywords related to hypertension and epigenetics.

Main Results:

  • A total of 1535 papers were analyzed, involving 7279 authors from 83 nations and 1983 organizations.
  • The United States led in publications (540 papers), with Harvard Medical School as the most prolific institution.
  • Zhao Lubo was identified as the most published author in this research area.

Conclusions:

  • The global research output on hypertension and epigenetics has shown a consistent annual increase over the last ten years.
  • The field of hypertension and epigenetics research demonstrates strong growth potential and promising future prospects.
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