Research trends and emerging frontiers of tumor-associated macrophages in gastric cancer: a bibliometric analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Tumor-associated macrophages (TAMs) constitute pivotal cellular constituents within the tumor microenvironment (TME), exerting profound influences on gastric cancer (GC) pathogenesis and progression. This bibliometric investigation systematically evaluates worldwide research trends, delineates predominant contributing entities, and elucidates evolving research frontiers in this domain.

Methods

This study conducted a comprehensive bibliometric analysis utilizing data extracted from the Web of Science Core Collection on December 18, 2024. For analytical processing and visualization, we employed multiple specialized tools including VOSviewer, CiteSpace, and the R package "bibliometrix" for comprehensive bibliometric indicators.

Results

A total of 411 publicati

SUBMITTER: Han C 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12852531 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature