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Mapping the landscape of oral cancer research trends: a systematic scientometric review of global efforts

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Purpose

The primary goal of this study was to assess the growth, most influential articles, countries, journals, authors, and papers published in the field of global oral cancer. Research articles on oral cancer, published between 1989 and 2022, were identified through the Web of Science database to achieve this.

Methods

A comprehensive dataset comprising 7,178 documents was meticulously extracted from the Web of Science, forming the basis for scientometric analysis. A refined subset of 4,901 documents was judiciously selected following a rigorous screening process for meticulous, in-depth analysis.

Results

The field has witnessed a remarkable publication surge, with the United States taking the lead in productivity. The journal Oral Oncology has become the foremost publication, renowned for its prolific output and widespread citation. This trend highlights the growing importance and interest in this domain, with researchers and experts worldwide contributing to the expanding body of knowledge. The United States’ dominance in productivity suggests its strong commitment to advancing research in the field, while Oral Oncology’s recognition underscores its influential role in disseminating cutting-edge findings and fostering scientific progress.

Conclusion

This scientometric analysis is a valuable resource for researchers, funding agencies, industry, and institutions, offering guidance and insights.

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The datasets generated and analyzed during the current study are available from the corresponding author upon reasonable request.

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Gyanajeet Yumnam is a recipient of the Indian Council of Social Science Research Doctoral Fellowship. His article primarily results from his doctoral work sponsored by ICSSR, Government of India. The responsibility for the facts stated, opinions expressed, and conclusions drawn are entirely to the author’s knowledge. The author sincerely thanks the ICSSR for awarding the “Doctoral Fellowship.”

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Funding was provided by the Indian Council of Social Science Research (ICSSR), Government of India. Grant No.: RFD/2021-22/GEN/LIB/345.

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Yumnam, G., Devi, R.S. & Singh, C.I. Mapping the landscape of oral cancer research trends: a systematic scientometric review of global efforts. Oral Maxillofac Surg (2024). https://doi.org/10.1007/s10006-024-01253-y

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