Bibliometric analysis of global research on psychological well-being, subjective burden, and psychosocial support of family caregivers of cancer patients.

This study delves into the realm of informal cancer caregivers. Through a meticulous bibliometric analysis, the study sheds light on the burgeoning interest in this field, with a significant focus on the psychological well-being, subjective burden, and psychosocial support for caregivers. A significant portion of the retrieved articles ( = 1366) was published after 2017 and primarily disseminated through a select number of journals.

Mapping trends and hotspots of research on COVID-19 vaccine effectiveness: A comprehensive bibliometric analysis of global research.

Background: With an ever growing and expanding body of literature on the newly developed vaccines against the COVID-19, there is an urgent need for a comprehensive analysis of the current state of research on vaccine effectiveness (VE). This study conducted a comprehensive bibliometric analysis to critically examine the productivity and impact of retrieved publications on COVID-19 VE and to predict the future directions of research in the field.

Methods: The global literature on COVID-19 VE from 2021 to 2024 was extracted from the VIEW-hub website.

Research landscape analysis on dual diagnosis of substance use and mental health disorders: key contributors, research hotspots, and emerging research topics.

Background: Substance use disorders (SUDs) and mental health disorders (MHDs) are significant public health challenges with far-reaching consequences on individuals and society. Dual diagnosis, the coexistence of SUDs and MHDs, poses unique complexities and impacts treatment outcomes. A research landscape analysis was conducted to explore the growth, active countries, and active journals in this field, identify research hotspots, and emerging research topics.

Analysis and mapping of harm reduction research in the context of injectable drug use: identifying research hotspots, gaps and future directions.

Background: Harm reduction is a crucial approach in addressing the multifaceted challenges of injectable drug use. This paper presents an analysis and mapping of the existing literature on harm reduction research in the context of injectable drug use. By reviewing a comprehensive set of scholarly articles, this study identifies research hotspots, knowledge gaps, and future directions in the field.

Neuroleptic malignant syndrome and serotonin syndrome: a comparative bibliometric analysis.

Objective: This study aimed to analyze and map scientific literature on Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome (NMS) and Serotonin Syndrome (SS) from prestigious, internationally indexed journals. The objective was to identify key topics, impactful articles, prominent journals, research output, growth patterns, hotspots, and leading countries in the field, providing valuable insights for scholars, medical students, and international funding agencies.

Methods: A systematic search strategy was implemented in the PubMed MeSH database using specific keywords for NMS and SS.

Analysis and mapping of global research publications on point-of-care testing for infectious diseases.

Rationale: This study presents the first comprehensive analysis and mapping of scientific research on point-of-care testing (POCT) in infectious diseases, filling a gap in understanding the evolving landscape of this field. The identification of research themes and global contributions offers valuable insights.

Aims And Objectives: This manuscript aims to analyse and map scientific research on POCT in the context of infectious diseases.

Analysis and mapping the research landscape on patient-centred care in the context of chronic disease management.

Rationale: Patient-centred care has emerged as a transformative approach in managing chronic diseases, aiming to actively involve patients in their healthcare decisions.

Aims And Objectives: This study was conducted to analyse and map the research landscape on patient-centred care in the context of chronic disease management.

Methods: This study used Scopus to retrieve the relevant articles.

Technology-based interventions for tobacco smoking prevention and treatment: a 20-year bibliometric analysis (2003-2022).

Background: Substance abuse, particularly tobacco smoking, is a significant global public health concern. Efforts have been made to reduce smoking prevalence and promote cessation, but challenges, such as nicotine addiction, marketing tactics by tobacco industry, and cultural acceptability hinder progress. Technology has emerged as a potential tool to address these challenges by providing innovative scalable interventions.

Analysis and Mapping of Scientific Literature on Detention and Deportation of International Migrants (1990-2022).

Millions of people cross political borders yearly without having the proper documents. This has led to increased detention and deportation practices in destination countries for reasons related to security and sovereignty. The objective of the current study was to analyze and visualize research publications on the detention and deportation of migrants to identify current research hotspots, research gaps, and potential future research in the field.

Analysis and mapping of global research publications on shift work (2012-2021).

Background: The main objective of the study was to identify research trends, collaboration patterns, and the most impactful publications in the field of shift work.

Methods: Documents published in scientific journals indexed in the Scopus database on shift work were retrieved and analyzed using the title/abstract search methodology. The study period was from January 1st, 2012, to December 31st, 2021.

Patient satisfaction with nursing care: A bibliometric and visualization analysis (1950-2021).

Aim: The current study aimed to provide an overview of research publications on patient satisfaction with nursing care.

Background: Research activity on patient satisfaction with nursing care is an indicator of the commitment of policymakers to improve the quality of health services.

Design: This was a descriptive cross-sectional bibliometric study.

Contribution of researchers in Arab countries to scientific publications on neglected tropical diseases (1971 - 2020).

Background: The neglected tropical diseases (NTDs) are endemic in several Arab countries. The purpose of the current study was to assess the contribution of researchers in Arab countries to the knowledge base on NTDs using bibliometric indicators.

Methods: Keywords related to all 20 NTDs were obtained from previously published bibliometric studies and were combined with the names of Arab countries listed as country affiliation.

Global Research Trends of Health-Related Publications on Ramadan Fasting from 1999 to 2021: A Bibliometric Analysis.

Ramadan fasting is one of the five pillars of Islam. The current study aims to examine, analyze, and identify trends of health-related publications on Ramadan fasting. In total, 1468 documents retrieved from Scopus were analyzed.

Post-exposure prophylaxis against blood-borne viral infections among health care workers: A bibliometric analysis.

Background: Health care workers face a wide range of chemical, physical, and biological occupational hazards in their jobs.

Objective: The present study aimed to investigate research trends on post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP) against blood-borne viral infections among health care workers.

Method: Keywords related to health care workers, PEP, and blood-borne viruses were entered in the Scopus database for the period from 1950 to 27 January 2022.

Global research activity on mathematical modeling of transmission and control of 23 selected infectious disease outbreak.

Background: Mathematical analysis and modeling allow policymakers to understand and predict the dynamics of an infectious disease under several different scenarios. The current study aimed to analyze global research activity on mathematical modeling of transmission and control of several infectious diseases with a known history of serious outbreaks.

Methods: Relevant publications were retrieved using a comprehensive validated search query.

Health-related research publications on religious mass gatherings of Muslims: a bibliometric analysis (1980-2020).

Objective: Mass gatherings medicine is an emerging and important field at the national and international health security levels. The objective of the current study was to analyze research publications on religious mass gatherings of Muslims using bibliometric tools.

Methods: Keywords related to religious mass gatherings of Muslims were used in Scopus database.

Substandard and falsified medical products: bibliometric analysis and mapping of scientific research.

Objective: Substandard and falsified (SF) medical products are a global public health threat. The presence and spread of SF drugs negatively affect (1) patients' safety and health outcomes, (2) national economy, (3) public trust in the healthcare system, and (4) the international fight against serious health challenges such as malaria and antimicrobial resistance. The objective of the current study was to investigate and provide a snapshot analysis of the evolution and developmental patterns of global research publications on SF products.

Global research publications on irrational use of antimicrobials: call for more research to contain antimicrobial resistance.

Background: Irrational use of antimicrobials is highly prevalent. It is a major driving factor for antimicrobial resistance (AMR). Research on irrational antimicrobial use is important for developing policies and regulations to combat and contain AMR.

Global Research Activity on Health System Preparedness Against Viral Infectious Disease Outbreaks.

Objective: The present study aimed to give an overview of research publications on health system preparedness against viral infectious disease outbreaks.

Methods: A bibliometric method was implemented from 2001 to 2020. The studied pathogens were dengue, Ebola, influenza, Zika, Middle East respiratory syndrome (MERS), Severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS), and coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19).

Contribution of faculties of pharmacy in Arab countries to pharmacy practice research: a bibliometric analysis (1990-2020).

Objective: To provide an overview of pharmacy practice research by faculties of pharmacy in the Arab region using a bibliometric methodology.

Method: Relevant articles were retrieved from SciVerse Scopus. The search strategy was developed to retrieve all articles published in pharmacy practice journals and those with specific keywords such as 'clinical pharmacy', 'community pharmacy', 'hospital pharmacy', 'pharmacy education' and 'pharmacy practice'.

Global research publications on systemic use of off-label and unlicensed drugs: A bibliometric analysis (1990-2020).

Background: Governmental regulations of drug registration and licensing are not always followed by healthcare providers.

Objective: To explore the global research growth and patterns on systemic use of off-label and unlicensed drugs to gain knowledge about the magnitude of the problem and the main research themes encountered in this field.

Methods: SciVerse Scopus was searched for papers on off-label and unlicensed drug use from 1990 until December 31, 2020, without any language limitations.

Assessment of drug interactions and their associated factors among patients with cardiovascular diseases: a cross-sectional study from the occupied Palestinian territory.

Background: Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) are the leading cause of death in the West Bank and worldwide. Potential drug-drug interactions (pDDIs) contribute to a significant proportion of adverse drug reactions, which have been shown to be a major cause of morbidity and mortality. Patients with CVD require more attention regarding these interactions owing to the complexity of their conditions and therapeutic regimens.

Global research activity on antimicrobial resistance in food-producing animals.

Background: Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a global challenge that requires a "One Health" approach to achieve better public health outcomes for people, animals, and the environment. Numerous bibliometric studies were published on AMR in humans. However, none was published in food-producing animals.

Global Research Activity on E-Learning in Health Sciences Education: a Bibliometric Analysis.

Objective: Progress in electronic learning (e-learning) and health sciences education is an indicator of the national and international efforts to achieve sustainable development goals regarding good health and quality education. The objective of the current study was to describe research volume and trends on e-learning in the health sciences education.

Methods: A bibliometric methodology was adopted.