A bibliometric analysis and visualization of trends in cervical cancer screening technologies based on dual-database...

Cervical cancer is a leading cause of gynecologic cancer mortality, especially in low- and middle-income countries. Early detection through screening is essential to reduce incidence and death rates. Advances in high-risk HPV molecular assays, liquid-based cytology (LBC), and AI-assisted diagnostics have transformed screening strategies. However, a systematic, quantitative assessment remains lacking. This study uses cross-database validation and bibliometrics to explore cervical cancer screening trends. It provides insights for clinical practice and future research.

This study is a bibliometric analysis rather than a traditional systematic review. We searched Web of Science and PubMed for cervical cancer screening articles from 2000 to 2024. Criteria included clinical trials, systematic reviews, meta-analyses, observational studies, and animal experiments. Conference abstracts and non-academic publications were excluded. After deduplication using CiteSpace, 640 unique articles from PubMed were cross-validated with WoSCC data. We used VOSviewer, CiteSpace, and R for data analysis. Co-occurrence and cluster analysis identified research trends. This bibliometric analysis was reported in accordance with the BIBLIO checklist and informed, where applicable, by the GLOBAL guidance for reporting bibliometric analyses.

The study analyzes research trends in cervical cancer screening using Web of Science and PubMed. It identifies high-frequency keywords, research collaboration networks, technological advances, and geographical patterns. Findings highlight global focus on HPV, cytology, and AI. These trends help guide scientific policy and clinical practices.

The study includes 1,160 articles from 2000 to 2024, showing a steady increase in publications. The US, China, and India lead in research output. Philip E. Castle is the most prolific author, and Harvard University has the highest citation rate. Core topics include "cervical cancer," "HPV," and "screening." Emerging trends involve "positive women," "impact," and "AI." This signals a shift toward precise and automated screening.

The study demonstrates increased academic interest in cervical cancer screening technologies from 2000 to 2024. Research has focused on advancing screening methods, early detection, and effective program implementation. Future efforts should prioritize detection accuracy and enhance accessibility in low-resource settings. We must also standardize clinical protocols for cervical cancer prevention.