Bibliometric Analysis of Platelet-rich Plasma Therapy for Osteoarthritis

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JOURNAL OF CLINICAL TRANSFUSION AND LABORATORY MEDICINE ›› 2025, Vol. 27 ›› Issue (4): 509-517.DOI: 10.3969/j.issn.1671-2587.2025.04.011

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Bibliometric Analysis of Platelet-rich Plasma Therapy for Osteoarthritis

WANG Hui^1,2, CHEN Lili², GONG Jin^1,2, HUANG Yongli², ZHANG Jinjin², XING Yanchao²

¹Graduate School of Xinjiang Medical University, Urumqi 830054;
²Department of Blood Transfusion, General Hospital of Xinjiang Military Command, Urumqi 830000

Received:2024-12-31 Published:2025-08-22

Abstract

Abstract: Objective To analyze the literature on platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy for osteoarthritis from a bibliometric perspective and identify the current research status and future trends. Methods Relevant literature on PRP therapy for osteoarthritis was retrieved from the Web of Science Core Collection database. CiteSpace and VOSviewer software were used to analyze publication volume, institutions, authors, and keywords. Results A total of 728 articles were included. Since 2018, research activity has increased significantly, with a focus on cartilage repair and anti-inflammatory mechanisms. Keyword burst analysis indicated that PRP combined with stem cell therapy may become a future research direction. Conclusion Research on PRP therapy for osteoarthritis is progressing toward deeper exploration of mechanisms and clinical applications. Future studies should emphasize international collaboration and the development of personalized treatment strategies.

Key words: Platelet-rich plasma, OSteoarthritis, CiteSpace, Bibliometric analysis

CLC Number:

R684.3
R457

WANG Hui, CHEN Lili, GONG Jin, HUANG Yongli, ZHANG Jinjin, XING Yanchao. Bibliometric Analysis of Platelet-rich Plasma Therapy for Osteoarthritis[J]. JOURNAL OF CLINICAL TRANSFUSION AND LABORATORY MEDICINE, 2025, 27(4): 509-517.

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