Pediatric Renal Osteodystrophy: A Bibliometric Analysis of Global Research Trends and Emerging Themes
Year: 2026
Type: article
Abstract: Background: Pediatric Renal Osteodystrophy (pROD) is a significant complication of chronic kidney disease prevalent in pediatric patients that contributes to impaired bone growth, bone pain, deformities, fractures, and reduced quality of life. Despite its clinical significance, the evolution of research on this topic has not been previously analyzed through bibliometric analysis. Objective: To analyze worldwide trends in publications, key players, collaborations, and emerging topics of pediatric renal osteodystrophy literature. Methods: We performed bibliometric analyses on 768 related papers from Web of Science Core Collection published from 1971 to 2026 utilizing VOSviewer. Publication quantity, author characteristics, subject categories, co-authorship networks, keyword co-occurrences, and co-citations were assessed. Results: Research output grew markedly after 2005 and stabilized after reaching its peak in 2013 and 2020. Urology & Nephrology and Pediatrics dominated research disciplines. Salusky IB was the most prolific author, and Pediatric Nephrology was the top journal. Keywords/citations indicated progression from initial bone histology/RO classification studies to current examination of CKD-MBD, mineral metabolism, FGF-23 biology, and therapy. Conclusions: From focusing on skeletal concerns, pediatric renal osteodystrophy research has developed into a CKD-associated mineral and bone disorder. Future efforts need to address nutrition, post-transplant bone pathologies, and neglected global populations.
Source: Orthopedic Reviews
Institutions: Harvard University, Brown University, Creighton University
Language: English
Subfield: Nephrology
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: gold
Estimated APC paid: $1,200
OpenAlex ID: W7170335282