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World J Gastroenterol. Dec 7, 2023; 29(45): 6017-6021
Published online Dec 7, 2023. doi: 10.3748/wjg.v29.i45.6017
Intestinal barrier in inflammatory bowel disease: A bibliometric analysis
Wen-Yu Luan, Zhe Yang, Xiao-Dong Chen, Tong-Tong Zhang, Fang Zhang, Yan-Dong Miao
Wen-Yu Luan, Zhe Yang, Xiao-Dong Chen, Tong-Tong Zhang, Fang Zhang, Yan-Dong Miao, Cancer Center, Yantai Affiliated Hospital of Binzhou Medical University, The 2nd Medical College of Binzhou Medical University, Yantai 264100, Shandong Province, China
Co-corresponding authors: Yan-Dong Miao and Fang Zhang.
Author contributions: Miao YD contributed to conceptualization, manuscript writing, review, and editing, funding acquisition, and project administration; Zhang F contributed to conceptualization, manuscript writing, review, and editing, and supervision; Luan WY wrote the original draft; Yang Z, Chen XD, and Zhang TT performed data analysis and prepared the figures. Miao YD and Zhang F were designated as co-corresponding authors. Miao YD was responsible for the formulation or evolution of overarching research goals and aims, specifically critical review, commentary, or revision in both pre- or post-publication stages, management and coordination for the research activity planning and execution, and acquisition of the financial support for the project leading to this publication, while Zhang F was responsible for reviewing and editing the draft, oversight, and leadership for the research activity planning and execution, including mentorship external to the core team. This designation reflects their equal contributions and shared responsibility in overseeing the project and correspondence related to this research. All authors approved the final manuscript.
Supported by Shandong Province Medical and Health Science and Technology Development Plan Project, No. 202203030713; Science and Technology Program of Yantai Affiliated Hospital of Binzhou Medical University, No. YTFY2022KYQD06.
Conflict-of-interest statement: The authors declare that they have no conflict of interest to disclose.
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Corresponding author: Yan-Dong Miao, MD, Associate Chief Physician, Associate Professor, Cancer Center, Yantai Affiliated Hospital of Binzhou Medical University, The 2nd Medical College of Binzhou Medical University, No. 717 Jinbu Street, Muping District, Yantai 264100, Shandong Province, China. miaoyd_22@bzmc.edu.cn
Received: October 8, 2023
Peer-review started: October 8, 2023
First decision: October 29, 2023
Revised: November 5, 2023
Accepted: November 17, 2023
Article in press: November 17, 2023
Published online: December 7, 2023
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Abstract

The primary objective of this investigation was to examine the evolving trajectories and pivotal focal points within the domain of research on intestinal barriers with regard to inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). Publications germane to the intestinal barrier in the context of IBD were procured from the Science Citation Index Expanded within the Web of Science Core Collection database. Bibliometric scrutiny and visualization were executed employing the R package "bibliometrix" through the R software platform (version: 4.3.0). A comprehensive compilation of 7344 English-language articles spanning from January 1, 2001 to December 31, 2021 was meticulously identified and included in the analysis. Remarkably, China emerged as the preeminent force in the realm of intestinal barrier research in relation to IBD. The significance of the intestinal barrier in the context of IBD has been progressively and comprehensively acknowledged. This recognition has ushered in a fresh therapeutic perspective that offers the promise of enhancing the management of inflammation and prognostication.

Keywords: Intestinal barrier; Inflammatory bowel disease; Bibliometric analysis; Bibliometrix; Gastroenterology

Core Tip: The intricate architecture and operation of the intestinal mucosal barrier assume a pivotal role in maintaining the delicate equilibrium of both physiological and immune processes within the confines of the intestinal milieu. This study employed advanced bibliometric methodologies to investigate evolving paradigms and conspicuous research domains within the ambit of research on intestinal barriers with a specific focus on inflammatory bowel disease. The results reveal swift progress within the realm of intestinal barrier research characterized by a proliferation of expansive collaborative endeavors.