Research hotspots and trend of wrist arthroscopy: A bibliometrics analysis from 2013 to 2023

  • 0Department of the Second Clinic College of Chinese Medicine, Hunan University of Chinese Medicine, Changsha, China.

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Summary

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This bibliometric analysis reveals an increasing global research trend in wrist arthroscopy, with key hotspots in treating triangular fibrocartilage complex injuries and scaphoid nonunion. Future advancements promise enhanced surgical options.

Area Of Science

  • Orthopedic Surgery
  • Minimally Invasive Procedures
  • Hand Surgery

Background

  • Wrist arthroscopy is a recent surgical innovation for diverse wrist conditions.
  • Bibliometric and visual analysis are employed to map the field's global landscape.

Purpose Of The Study

  • To analyze the global research status, identify key hotspots, and predict future trends in wrist arthroscopy.
  • To provide a comprehensive overview of the scientific output in wrist arthroscopy from 2013-2023.

Main Methods

  • Bibliometric analysis of 635 publications from the Web of Science Core Collection (2013-2023).
  • Utilized VOSviewers, CiteSpace, and R package 'Bibliometrix' for data analysis.
  • Examined publication trends, international collaboration, and keyword co-occurrence.

Main Results

  • A consistent rise in wrist arthroscopy publications from 2013 to 2023.
  • Top contributing countries: USA, France, and China; Mayo Clinic leads in institutional output.
  • Key research areas include triangular fibrocartilage complex injuries, scaphoid nonunion, and avascular necrosis of the lunate.

Conclusions

  • Wrist arthroscopy demonstrates significant potential for treating various wrist pathologies.
  • Continued research, international collaboration, and technological progress are crucial for its advancement.
  • Potential to become a standard, efficient, and safe treatment in hand surgery.