Mapping Orthopedic Research Trends in Nepal (2000-2024): A Scopus-Based Bibliometric Study
Year: 2025
Type: review
Abstract: Background: Orthopedic research in Nepal has grown over the past two decades, but a comprehensive analysis of its trends and patterns remains lacking. This study aims to map the volume, nature, and scope of orthopedic publications from Nepal using bibliometric methods. Methods: A bibliometric analysis was conducted using the Scopus database. Publications were retrieved using the query: ((TITLE-ABS-KEY(ORTHOPAEDIC OR ORTHOPEDIC) AND AFFILCOUNTRY(NEPAL)) AND PUBYEAR > 1999 AND PUBYEAR < 2025), searched on January 12, 2025. Data on publication year, publication types, institutional affiliations, authorship, collaborating countries, and source journals were analyzed descriptively, focusing on the top results. Results: A total of 218 orthopedic-related publications were identified. The peak publication output occurred in 2023 with 26 articles. Original research articles accounted for 85.3% of the total, followed by review articles (7.3%). The most frequent international collaborators were from the United States, India, and the United Kingdom. Tribhuvan University and Kathmandu University were the leading institutions. Conclusion: Orthopedic research in Nepal has become increasingly visible. High reliance on international collaborations has enhanced global reach but may overshadow contributions from Nepal-based surgeons. In addition, the exclusion of non-Scopus-indexed national journals likely underrepresents the country's actual research volume.
Source: Indian Journal of Orthopaedics
Authors: Anil Regmi, Bishwa Bandhu Niraula
Institution: Baidya and Banskota Hospital
Language: English
Subfield: Statistics, Probability and Uncertainty
Field: Decision Sciences
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: hybrid
Estimated APC paid: $2,190
OpenAlex ID: W4413818656