Emerging Trends in Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy Research.

Area of Science:

• Cardiology
• Genetics
• Bibliometrics

Background:

• Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM) is the most common inherited heart disease, affecting 0.2%-0.5% of the global population.
• There has been a significant increase in scholarly research on HCM in recent years.

Purpose of the Study:

• To conduct a comprehensive bibliometric analysis of global HCM research from 2013 to 2023.
• To identify trends, key contributors, and collaborative networks in HCM research.

Main Methods:

• Data retrieval from the Web of Science Core Collection (WoSCC) database for studies between 2013-2023.
• Bibliometric analysis and visualization using VOSviewer and CiteSpace software.

Main Results:

• A substantial rise in HCM publications was observed over the decade.
• The United States led in publications (2,479) and international collaborations.
• Mayo Clinic was a leading institution, and Dr. Iacopo Olivotto was a highly prolific author (152 articles).
• 'Circulation,' 'JACC,' and 'European Heart Journal' were the most cited journals.

Conclusions:

• The global landscape of HCM research has expanded significantly over the last decade.
• The study provides a valuable bibliometric overview and visual exploration of HCM research.
• Findings serve as a crucial reference for researchers and clinicians in the field.