Characteristics and trends in acceptance and commitment therapy research: A bibliometric analysis

Targeting ferroptosis unveils a new era for traditional Chinese medicine: a scientific metrology study

In the past 11 years, there has been a surge in studies exploring the regulatory effect of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) on ferroptosis. However, a significant gap persists in comprehensive scientometric analysis and scientific mapping research, especially in tracking the evolution, primary contributors, and emerging research focal points. This study aims to comprehensively update the advancements in targeting ferroptosis with various TCMs during the previous 11 years. The data, covering the period from 1 January 2012, to 30 November 2023, were retrieved from the Web of Science database. For in-depth scientometric and visualized analyses, a series of advanced analytical instruments were employed. The findings highlight China's predominant role, accounting for 71.99% of total publications and significantly shaping research in this domain. Noteworthy productivity was observed at various institutions, including Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, and Zhejiang University. Thomas Efferth emerged as the foremost author within this field, while Frontiers in Pharmacology boasted the highest publication count. This study pinpointed hepatocellular carcinoma, chemical and drug-induced liver injury, mitochondrial diseases, acute kidney injury, and liver failure as the most critical disorders addressed in this research realm. The research offers a comprehensive bibliometric evaluation, enhancing our understanding of the present status of TCM therapy in managing ferroptosis-related diseases. Consequently, it aids both seasoned researchers and newcomers by accelerating access to vital information and fostering innovative concept extraction within this specialized field.

A bibliometric analysis of chemotherapy and pain in pediatric patients over the last decade

Background

Chemotherapy is an important treatment for children with cancer, and chemotherapy-induced pain is an important role in affecting patients' quality of life. In our study, bibliometric analysis was used to identify current research hotspots and future research trends of chemotherapy and pain in children over the last decade. Our findings can provide a reference for the research in the field of chemotherapy and pain in children.

Method

Publications of chemotherapy and pain in children were collected from the Web of Science Core Collection database. CiteSpace was used to analyze publication characteristics from 2013 to 2022.

Results

We identified 1,130 eligible publications in the field of chemotherapy and pain in children, with an increasing trend of publications over the last decade. In the field of chemotherapy and pain in children, the United States had the most publication with 346, followed by China with 135. The author with the most published papers was Pamela S Hinds (n = 8) from the United States. The journals that published the most papers were the Journal of pediatric hematology oncology (n = 44) and Medicine (n = 44). The Journal of Clinical Oncology was cited the most frequency (n = 422). St. Jude Children's Research Hospital had the most publication (n = 23). The specific keywords related to the field of chemotherapy and pain in children were "children", "chemotherapy", "management", "childhood cancer", "randomized controlled trial" and "efficacy". Emerging research focuses predominantly on symptomatic and supportive interventions for chemotherapy and pain in children.

Conclusion

Attention to chemotherapy and pain in children with cancer was insufficient. This bibliometric analysis showed the upward trend of chemotherapy and pain in children over the last decade. More studies are needed to improve the quality of life in children with chemotherapy-induced pain. This study may provide useful information to guide future research on chemotherapy and pain in children.

Mapping trends and hotspot regarding testicular torsion: A bibliometric analysis of global research (2000-2022)

Background

Testicular torsion is an acute scrotal disorder requiring immediate emergency treatment. Ischemic injury and reperfusion injury are important causes of oxidative stress and irreversible oxidative damage after testicular torsion. Although a large number of literatures have discussed the causes and treatment of testicular torsion, there is currently a lack of systematic exploration of the historical evolution of testicular torsion and the construction of a knowledge framework.

Method

The Web of Science Core Collection was searched for studies on testicular torsion published between 2000 and 2022. The basic data of the literature were analyzed by using Excel and CiteSpace software.

Result

A total of 1,007 publications on testicular torsion published were found in 64 countries between 2000 and 2022, with an increasing annual publication level. Early detection, early diagnosis and early treatment of testicular torsion had always been at the core of clinical practice, and the pathological cascade reaction of ischemic injury and ischemia-reperfusion injury after testicular torsion were also at the core of basic research. Emphasis had been placed on the development of protective drugs for ischemia and reperfusion after testicular torsion in various countries, regions and institutions.

Conclusion

Over the past 20 years, the research on testicular torsion had been widely concerned. Hot topics in testicular torsion in recent years were ischemia-reperfusion injury, oxidative stress, rat, doppler ultrasonography, diagnosis and orchiectomy. This article may provide a useful resource for clinicians and basic researchers regarding testicular torsion.