Global research landscape of vascular access device-related complications in oncology: A bibliometric analysis

Vascular access devices (VADs) are essential for delivering systemic anticancer therapies, yet device-related complications remain a major challenge in oncology care.

To analyze global research trends and the knowledge structure of vascular access-related complications in oncology using bibliometric methods.

Bibliometric analysis.

A total of 3072 articles and reviews published between 1977 and 2026 and indexed in the Web of Science Core Collection.

Bibliometric analyses were performed using Biblioshiny and VOSviewer to evaluate publication trends, journal productivity, authorship, citation structure, collaboration networks, and thematic development.

Publication output increased markedly after 2020. The Journal of Vascular Access (n = 79) and Supportive Care in Cancer (n = 67) were the most productive journals. Raad I (n = 29), Hachem R (n = 23), and Jiang Y (n = 20) were the leading authors. The literature primarily focused on complication prevention, thrombosis, and catheter-related infections.

Research on vascular access-related complications in oncology has expanded substantially, while patient-centered topics and standardized vascular access management remain underrepresented. These findings provide a comprehensive overview of the field and may help guide future research priorities.