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Carbohydrate Counting: A Bibliometric Analysis with a Focus on Research
Simge Yilmaz Kavcar1,2, Gizem Köse3, Kezban Esen Karaca Çelik3
1Department of Nutrition and Dietetics, Institute of Health Sciences, Acibadem Mehmet Ali Aydinlar University, Istanbul 34752, Turkey.
Carbohydrate counting is vital for managing diabetes. This bibliometric analysis reviews research trends, highlighting the need for more studies on its role in diabetes pathophysiology, treatment, and technology.
Area of Science:
- Metabolic Diseases
- Endocrinology
- Nutrition Science
Background:
- Diabetes mellitus is a metabolic disorder defined by hyperglycemia.
- Carbohydrate counting is a key strategy for optimal metabolic control in diabetes management.
- Recent years have seen significant research growth in carbohydrate counting for diabetes.
Purpose of the Study:
- To conduct a bibliometric analysis of carbohydrate counting research from 1993-2024.
- To identify trends, key contributors, and developments in the field.
- To provide insights for future research directions in carbohydrate counting and diabetes.
Main Methods:
- Bibliometric analysis of academic publications.
- Searched the Web of Science (Expanded Science Citation Index) database.
- Utilized keywords such as "carbohydrate counting" and variations.
Main Results:
- Analysis of publication trends, author contributions, and citation data.
- Identification of key research themes and geographical distribution of studies.
- Summary of the evolution of research on carbohydrate counting in diabetes.
Conclusions:
- Carbohydrate counting research is expanding, with notable contributions over the past decades.
- Further investigation is needed into the relationship between carbohydrate counting and diabetes pathophysiology, treatment, complications, and emerging technologies.
- This analysis offers a comprehensive overview and guidance for future research endeavors.
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