Alopecia areata (AA) is an autoimmune disorder characterized by hair loss on the scalp, face, and other body areas. Despite affecting approximately 2% of the global population, there has been no previous bibliometric analysis specifically focusing on AA treatment, that can guide researchers in exploring promising treatment options and directing future research efforts.
This study conducted a bibliometric analysis of AA treatment research, encompassing publications from 2003 to 2022. A total of 1323 papers from 65 countries, predominantly led by the United States and China, were included in the analysis. The number of publications related to AA treatment showed a notable increase over the years. Prominent research institutions included the University of Manchester, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, University of Miami, and Columbia University. Among the journals, Dermatologic Therapy stood out as the most popular, while the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology appeared as the most frequently co-cited publication.
1. This bibliometric study provides a comprehensive overview of the research trends and advancements in AA treatment. 2. The analysis identified key research hotspots, including variants, platelet-rich plasma (PRP), janus kinase (JAK) inhibitors, and regulatory T (Treg) cells. 3. Researchers specializing in AA can use these findings as a valuable reference to augment their study and explore new avenues for research in treating AA.

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