Studies on gunshot wound in the orthopedic science by science mapping method

Authors : Mustafa Aydın

Pages : 127-142

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Publication Date : 2025-04-17

Article Type : Research Paper

Abstract :Background and Aim: This study analyzes research trends on gunshot wounds in orthopedic science using the science mapping method. Gunshot wounds pose significant challenges in orthopedic trauma due to severe bone and soft tissue damage. This bibliometric analysis aims to examine the evolution, impact, and key themes in this field. Material and Method: A bibliometric, cross-sectional research design was employed using the Web of Science (WoS) database. A total of 658 articles published up to 2024 were included. Bibliometric techniques such as co-occurrence, co-citation, and collaboration network analyses were applied using Bibliometrix and VOSviewer to visualize research trends, key contributors, and thematic structures. Results and Conclusion: Research on gunshot wounds in orthopedics has grown steadily, with an annual increase of 9.02%. Frequent topics include firearm-related fractures, infection management, and surgical interventions. Citation analysis highlights key contributions in orthopedic trauma and battlefield medicine, with military medical centers leading research output. Collaboration analysis reveals limited international engagement. Thematic classification identified motor themes (e.g., \\\"firearm injury,\\\" \\\"amputation\\\"), niche themes (e.g., \\\"vascular injury\\\"), and emerging topics (e.g., \\\"arthroscopy\\\"). Expanding interdisciplinary collaboration and further research on infection prevention, spinal cord injury rehabilitation, and surgical advancements are needed. This study provides a structured overview of research trends, offering insights for future orthopedic and trauma-related investigations.
Keywords : Ateşli Silah Yaralanmaları, Ortopedik Travma, Bilim Haritalama, Bibliyometrik Analiz, Silah Yaralanmaları