Rapid hemostasis of wounds: A bibliometric analysis of Web of Science Core Collection from 2004 to 2024.

BACKGROUND: Every year, millions of people bleed from conflicts, traffic accidents, natural disasters and surgical procedures, and with the development of space technology and the increasing number of manned space missions, astronauts will also face this risk, and uncontrolled post-traumatic bleeding is a major cause of death. Research on rapid wound hemostasis is essential to enhance emergency medical response and care for combat casualties. This study aims to explore the development trend of rapid wound hemostasis, grasp the discipline structure and dynamics, and provide data support for scientific research decision-making. METHODS: This study conducts a bibliometric analysis of the literature on rapid wound hemostasis to identify changes in research themes and directions, highlighting key areas and predicting future trends. We employed CiteSpace, VOSviewer and Origin software packages for bibliometric analysis of publications on rapid wound hemostasis from the Web of Science Core Collection, covering the period from 2004 to 2024. The analysis included data related to countries, institutions, authors, journals, and keywords. RESULTS: The analysis indicates a growing trend in wound hemostasis research, led predominantly by China. The Chinese Academy of Sciences ranks highest in publication volume, with Baolin Guo as the most prolific author. The International Journal of Biological Macromolecules is the leading journal in this field. Future research is likely to focus on developing innovative hemostatic materials that are diverse, multifunctional, and suited for rapid management of various wound types. CONCLUSION: As scientific progress continues, there is an escalating demand for advanced hemostatic products. The ideal hemostatic agents of the future should integrate immediate coagulation effectiveness with antibacterial, hydrating, and tissue regenerative capabilities to cater to diverse injury scenarios.