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The Most Cited Modern Articles in Refractive Surgery (2010-2020)
Journal of Refractive Surgery (Thorofare, N.J. : 1995)
|November 8, 2023
Summary
The top 100 cited refractive surgery articles from 2010-2020 highlight intraocular lens and small incision lenticule extraction. This analysis reveals key trends and a broader global representation in modern ophthalmic research.
Area of Science:
- Ophthalmology
- Surgical Innovation
- Bibliometrics
Background:
- Refractive surgery has seen significant advancements.
- Understanding influential research is crucial for future development.
Purpose of the Study:
- Analyze the top 100 most cited refractive surgery articles published between 2010 and 2020.
- Compare modern trends to historical highly cited works.
Main Methods:
- Scopus database search for refractive surgery articles.
- Identification and ranking of the top 100 most cited articles (2010-2020).
- Review for relevance and citation count.
Main Results:
- The top article received nearly 600 citations; 88% had over 200 citations.
- Predominant topics: intraocular lens (34 articles), small incision lenticule extraction (27), and laser in situ keratomileusis (17).
- Aarhus University led publications; diverse international contributions from the US, UK, France, Spain, China, and Germany.
Conclusions:
- Identified key focuses and trends in refractive surgery over the last decade.
- Intraocular lens and keratorefractive lenticule extraction emerged as primary topics.
- Greater diversity in procedures, topics, authors, and countries of origin compared to previous analyses.
