Research Trends of MicroRNA Studies in Orthopedics: A Bibliometric Analysis Study

Authors : Turan Dülgeroğlu, Mehmet Kurt, Mehmet Yiğit Gökmen, Mesut Uluöz

Pages : 117-121

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Publication Date : 2024-11-30

Article Type : Research Paper

Abstract :Introduction: MicroRNA (miRNA) is a molecule consisting of a single nucleotide sequence. Its discovery is considered one of the most recent scientific breakthroughs. MicroRNA holds great promise for both diagnosis and treatment. Although microRNA has been extensively studied in many fields, including orthopaedics, a bibliometric analysis specific to orthopaedics has not been performed in recent years. We aimed to summarise the comprehensive information map, development landscape, and future directions of microRNA studies published in orthopaedic research. Methods: In this study, we used a bibliometric approach. The Web of Science database was used to retrieve microRNA studies published in orthopedic research between 2003 and 2022. Biblioshiny and VOSviewer tools were used for analysis. Results: A total of 292 research articles on miRNA were published in the field of orthopaedics by 1601 authors. The annual growth rate was 23.12%. 2021 was the year with the highest number of articles (n=62) and citations (n=946). The publications came from 28 countries, with the majority coming from China (n=182, 62.329%) and the United States (n=52, 17.808%). China\'s publications continued to increase compared to other countries. Conclusions: Although the number of publications is low compared to other research areas, global research on microRNA in orthopaedics has gained more attention in the last decade. Our results provide useful information for researchers to grasp the basic knowledge structure and identify current research hotspots, potential partners, and future research frontiers in this field.
Keywords : Bibliyometrik analiz, MikroRNA, miRNA, Ortopedi