Bibliometric analysis of postoperative pancreatic fistula following pancreaticoduodenectomy (2006-2024): current trends and future directions.

ABSTRACT:

Purpose

Postoperative pancreatic fistula is a common and serious complication after pancreaticoduodenectomy that significantly impairs patient recovery and prognosis. Despite extensive research, the field lacks systematic bibliometric visualization analyses, which hinders comprehensive understanding of its research landscape, evolutionary trends and key advancements. This study aims to address this gap by systematically analyzing relevant literature to clarify global research patterns and emerging directions.

Methods

A bibliometric analysis was conducted on literature regarding postoperative pancreatic fistula after pancreaticoduodenectomy published from January 2006 to December 2024. Data were retrieved from Web of Science Core Collection and Scopus databases. After removin

SUBMITTER: Tang M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12779739 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature