Global research trends on exosomes in atherosclerosis: a bibliometric and scientometric analysis (2004-2025).

ABSTRACT:

Background

Exosomes play multifaceted roles in atherosclerosis, contributing to vascular inflammation, immune regulation, and tissue repair. This duality has drawn attention to their potential clinical utility, both as diagnostic indicators and as novel therapeutic avenues. However, despite the rapid expansion of research, a comprehensive scientometric overview of this field remains lacking.

Methods

From 2004 to July 29, 2025, publications related to exosomes and atherosclerosis were screened in the Web of Science Core Collection (WoSCC) and Scopus. After deduplication, 1,179 records (964 articles, 215 reviews) were included. Bibliometric analyses were conducted using CiteSpace, VOSviewer, and the bibliometrix R package. Indicators examined included publication trends, globa

SUBMITTER: Ren Y 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12819766 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature