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Published on: June 10, 2014
Bibliometric and Visualized Analysis of 3D Printing in Cartilage Repair
Lei Li1, Kehui Zhang2, Zihan Zhang1
1School of Information Science and Engineering, Hebei North University, No. 11, Diamond South Road, Zhangjiakou, 075000, Hebei, China.
Introduction:
As a promising advanced manufacturing technology, three-dimensional (3D) printing shows significant potential in biofabrication and tissue engineering. Given the critical clinical challenge of cartilage repair and the need for implants with specific mechanical and biological properties, a comprehensive overview of the research landscape and developmental trends in this field is essential. This study aims to conduct a bibliometric analysis to provide in-depth insights into the application of 3D printing for cartilage repair and regeneration.
Methods:
This research employed bibliometric methods to systematically analyze the relevant literature. Data were retrieved from the Web of Science Core Collection from 2014 to 2024 using predefined search strategies. The analysis was performed with CiteSpace and VOSviewer, resulting in the inclusion of 860 publications for evaluation.
Results:
The analysis revealed a consistent growth in annual publications and research interest in 3D printing for cartilage repair globally. China played a leading role in international collaborations and had the highest number of citations. Biofabrication was the most productive journal, and Kelly DJ was the most prolific author. Frequently occurring keywords were clustered in domains like biofabrication and tissue engineering, including "3D printing technologies," "bioinks," "cartilage regeneration," and "osteoarthritis treatment," all closely linked to the field's focus.
Conclusion:
This bibliometric analysis successfully delineated the technological progression of 3D printing in cartilage regeneration from 2014 to 2024. It helps researchers deepen their understanding of this dynamic field and provides a foundational groundwork for guiding future scientific investigations.
Level Of Evidence V:
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