Knowledge Mapping of Primary Dysmenorrhea: Hotspots, Knowledge Structure, and Theme Trends

Area of Science:

• Reproductive Health
• Pain Management
• Bibliometrics

Background:

• Primary dysmenorrhea incidence is rising globally.
• Understanding research trends is vital for pain management and women's health.

Purpose of the Study:

• Conduct a comprehensive bibliometric analysis of primary dysmenorrhea research.
• Identify research hotspots and emerging trends.
• Provide insights for future research endeavors.

Main Methods:

• Bibliometric analysis of studies from the Web of Science Core Collection.
• Biclustering analysis for research hotspots.
• Social network and evolutionary analyses for knowledge structure and trends.

Main Results:

• Analyzed 903 papers, showing increased research activity and diversification.
• Identified seven research hotspots, including epidemiology, adolescent dysmenorrhea, and various treatments.
• Highlighted acupuncture, acupressure, and ibuprofen as key treatment nodes.
• Observed a shift from epidemiological studies to diverse research areas.
• Predicted increased attention on dietary supplements, lifestyle, and circadian rhythm gene variations.

Conclusions:

• Bibliometric analysis offers insights into primary dysmenorrhea research landscape.
• Identified hotspots, knowledge structure, and trends serve as references for future studies.
• Research is crucial for understanding mechanisms and developing effective treatments.