Bibliometric Analysis of Breast Cancer Research in Egypt: Trends, Collaborations, and Impact

This paper presents a comprehensive bibliometric analysis of breast cancer research in Egypt, utilizing data from Web of Science (WoS) retrieved on January 1, 2024. Analyzing 2,232 articles published between 1980 and 2023, the study reveals a notable surge in research output and impact in recent years, with 37,927 citations accrued, indicating distinct periods of scholarly influence. Authorship patterns highlight a strong inclination toward collaboration, with multi-authored papers dominating at 90.2%. Leading Egyptian authors such as Rakha, EA, Toss, MS, and El-Shinawi, M, demonstrate significant contributions to the field. Analysis of the co-authorship network uncovers 14 distinct research clusters, reflecting collaborative endeavors within the Egyptian academic community. Notable institutions like Cairo University, Ain Shams University, and Cairo University National Cancer Institute (CUNCI) emerge as pivotal players in driving breast cancer research within the country. Regionally and internationally, collaborations extend to countries such as Saudi Arabia, the United States, and England. Egyptian breast cancer research is disseminated across 759 journals, with preferences for outlets like the "Egyptian Journal of Radiology and Nuclear Medicine" and "Breast Cancer Research and Treatment." The top 10 most cited papers showcase impactful research endeavors across diverse thematic areas. Co-occurrence analyses of authors' keywords provide insights into prevalent themes, including apoptosis, triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC), anticancer therapies, metastasis, and biomarkers. Overall, this bibliometric analysis offers valuable insights for future research directions and healthcare strategies in Egypt's breast cancer landscape.