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Mapping Trends Regarding the Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation: A Bibliometric Analysis of the Top 100 Cited Articles
Ömer Faruk Turan1, Ali Sami Yardımcı1, Merve Yazla1
1Department of Emergency Medicine, Etlik City Hospital, Ankara, Turkey.
Insights
This bibliometric analysis of top cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) articles reveals significant contributions from emergency medicine researchers, with peak literature development in the late 1990s and early 2000s. Most cited studies declined in frequency over time.
Area of Science:
- Cardiology
- Emergency Medicine
- Bibliometrics
Background:
- Cardiac arrest poses a critical public health challenge with high mortality rates.
- Despite advancements, research in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) remains vital.
Purpose of the Study:
- To conduct a bibliometric analysis of the 100 most-cited articles in CPR research.
- To identify key trends, influential authors, journals, and funding sources in CPR literature.
Main Methods:
- Bibliometric analysis of 100 most-cited CPR articles from the Scopus database.
- Utilized VOSviewer and Bibliometrix software for data analysis.
- Included original research articles published in English.
Main Results:
- The analysis identified 798 authors and 18 journals, with citations ranging from 218 to 1194.
- Keywords "CPR" and "heart arrest" were most frequent; 20% of articles were military-funded.
- CPR literature saw significant development between the late 1990s and early 2000s.
Conclusions:
- Emergency medicine researchers have made substantial contributions to CPR literature.
- Highly cited articles, though often from high H-index journals, showed declining citation frequency.
- Impactful CPR research is frequently published in general medical journals over specialized ones.
Abstract:
Introduction: Despite significant medical and technological advancements, cardiac arrest remains a critical public health concern due to its persistently high mortality and morbidity rates. Consequently, research on cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is of significant importance. Materials and Methods: This study presents a bibliometric analysis of the 100 most-cited articles in the field of CPR identified using the Scopus database without time restrictions. Analyses were conducted using VOSviewer and Bibliometrix software. Original research articles published in English were included. Results: The study revealed contributions from 798 distinct authors across 18 journals, with citation counts ranging from 218 least-cited articles to 1194 most-cited articles. The most recent article was published in 2020, and the most frequently used keywords were "CPR" and "heart arrest." In addition, 20% of the analyzed articles were funded by military organizations. Conclusion: This analysis highlights the significant contributions of emergency medicine researchers and the notable development of CPR literature, particularly between the late 1990s and the early 2000s. While the most-cited studies originated from journals with high H-indices, the citation frequency of these articles showed a consistent decline over time. Furthermore, impactful articles in this field were predominantly published in general medical journals rather than in specialized emergency medicine journals. This study provides a foundational resource for researchers, especially early career academicians, seeking to engage in CPR-related research.
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