A bibliometric and visual analysis of the research status and hotspots of Pulmonary Aspergillosis based on web of science
Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: BACKGROUND: Pulmonary Aspergillosis (PA) is a common fungal lung infection. Despite recent advancements, bibliometric studies on PA are scarce. This study uses bibliometric methods to analyze current research trends and key topics, offering insights into future directions in the field. METHODS: PA-related literature was retrieved from the Web of Science Core Collection (WOSCC) database, and detailed analysis was conducted using CiteSpace, VOSviewer, and Excel 2019 software. This analysis aimed to identify trends and hot topics in the field of PA. RESULTS: A total of 1,715 articles were analyzed from 1900 to 2024. The number of publications has shown steady growth, with a gradual increase from 1990 to 2019, followed by a sharp rise after 2019. The United States leads in this field. The main research hotspots and frontiers in PA include: the close association between PA and immunocompromised conditions, COVID-19 as a new risk factor for PA, and current clinical research focusing on antifungal treatments and enhancing host immunity. CONCLUSION: This study reveals trends in PA research, notably the sharp increase in publications post-2019. Novel findings include the identification of COVID-19 as a new risk factor for PA and the growing emphasis on antifungal treatments and host immunity enhancement. These insights provide a clearer direction for future clinical and research priorities in PA.
Authors: Jianye Li, Qingjun Zhu, Huixin Yan, Ting Ma, Yun An
Language: English
Subfield: Infectious Diseases
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: hybrid
Estimated APC paid: $3,290
OpenAlex ID: W4409613228