Research progress of mitochondria in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease: a bibliometric analysis based on the Web of Science Core Collection.

Background: Due to its high morbidity and mortality, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) has become a major global healthcare issue. Although there is abundant research regarding COPD, a bibliometric analysis of the literature related to mitochondria and COPD is lacking. Thus this study aimed to summarize the research status, research direction, and research hotspots of the published articles concerning COPD and mitochondria.

Incidence and prognostic role of pleural effusion in patients with acute pancreatitis: a meta-analysis.

Background: Pleural effusion (PE) is reported as a common complication in acute pancreatitis (AP), while the incidence of PE in AP varies widely among studies, and the association between PE and mortality is not clear. This study aimed to comprehensively analyze the pooled incidence of PE in patients with AP and to evaluate the influence of PE on mortality through a meta-analysis.

Method: Six databases (PubMed, Web of Science, EMBASE, Cochrane, Scopus, and OVID) were searched thoroughly for relevant studies.