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Unveiling research landscapes in erectile dysfunction: a bibliometric analysis comparing basic scientific research
Zhongjie Zheng1,2, Yi Lu3, Yan Chen1,2
1Department of Urology, Peking University Third Hospital, Peking University, Beijing 100191, China.
Sexual Medicine Reviews
|August 17, 2025
Summary
Bibliometric analysis reveals trends in erectile dysfunction (ED) research. Clinical studies are more cited than basic science, with vardenafil being a key research term.
Area of Science:
- Urology
- Andrology
- Sexual Medicine
Background:
- Erectile dysfunction (ED) is a widespread male sexual disorder affecting millions globally.
- Bibliometric analysis of the extensive ED literature is crucial for identifying landmark studies and research trends.
Purpose of the Study:
- To analyze publication trends and impact of basic scientific versus clinical research in ED from 1998 to 2023.
- To identify leading institutions, journals, and keywords in ED research.
Main Methods:
- A comprehensive literature search was conducted on the Web of Science database (1998-2023) using ED-specific MeSH terms.
- Articles were categorized into basic scientific research and clinical studies.
- Bibliometric analysis was performed using "Citespace" and "VOSviewer" software.
Main Results:
- A total of 6450 studies were identified: 4808 clinical and 1642 basic scientific.
- The USA led in publications, with the University of California, San Francisco and the University of Florence leading in basic and clinical research, respectively.
- The Journal of Sexual Medicine and Journal of Urology showed high influence; clinical papers received more citations, and vardenafil was the most frequent keyword.
Conclusions:
- Bibliometric analysis effectively distinguishes trends in ED literature.
- Future research should prioritize multi-center international collaborations and incorporate novel technologies and recent scientific advancements.
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