Changing Landscape of Hydrocephalus Treatment in Pakistan: A Brief History and Bibliometric Analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Hydrocephalus is estimated to affect 85 per 100,000 people around the world and despite recent advancements in surgical techniques and treatment options, it remains a major public health issue in low- and middle-income countries such as Pakistan. We did a bibliometric analysis on the trends of hydrocephalus research in Pakistan from Dr. Jooma bringing ventriculoperitoneal (VP) shunts in his personal baggage for his patients and Dr. Bhatti developing his own shunts till the development of new centers and introduction of endoscopic techniques.

Materials and methods

We conducted a retrospective bibliometric study analyzing the trends of hydrocephalus treatment in Pakistan. All published articles in national or international journals from 1995 to 2024 were included.

SUBMITTER: Ahmed N 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12672098 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature