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Zoé Gabrielle Attal1,2, Sapir Itzhaki Gabay2,3, Galia Peles2,3
1From the Medical School for International Health (MSIH), Ben-Gurion University, Beer-Sheva, Israel.
Indian Journal of Dermatology
|September 19, 2024
Summary
This bibliometric analysis reveals that developed nations lead vitiligo research, with recent studies focusing on targeted treatments and pediatric vitiligo therapies. The findings highlight key trends in understanding and managing this depigmented skin condition.
Area of Science:
- Dermatology
- Bibliometrics
- Medical Research Analysis
Background:
- Vitiligo is a chronic skin condition characterized by depigmented lesions due to melanocyte loss.
- Understanding research trends is crucial for advancing vitiligo management and treatment strategies.
Purpose of the Study:
- To identify and analyze high-impact research articles on vitiligo using bibliometric analysis.
- To map the landscape of vitiligo research, including publication trends, key areas, and influential studies.
Main Methods:
- Bibliometric analysis of 6,189 studies retrieved from the Web of Science database.
- Extraction and analysis of the 100 most-cited articles on vitiligo published between 1976 and 2017.
- Calculation of annual citations (AC) to mitigate bias and identify recent high-impact research (2018-2022).
Main Results:
- The majority of highly cited vitiligo research originates from developed countries, with the US being a leading publisher.
- Pathogenesis (29%) and treatment (26%) are the primary research focuses within the top 100 articles.
- Recent research (2018-2022) shows a trend towards targeted therapies and increased focus on pediatric vitiligo.
Conclusions:
- Bibliometric analysis provides valuable insights into global vitiligo research productivity and focus areas.
- Developed nations dominate vitiligo literature, emphasizing the need for broader international collaboration.
- Emerging research trends indicate a shift towards precision medicine and specialized pediatric care for vitiligo.
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