In 2023, Brazil's top-cited scientific publications in optometry were estimated at 0.24 publications. Forecasts indicate a gradual increase from 2024 to 2028, reaching 0.31 publications. The year-on-year growth suggests a steady upward trajectory, with a 12% increase from 2024 to 2028. On examining the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the five-year span from 2024 to 2028, an average annual growth of 3.1% is observed. This upward trend highlights a positive direction for Brazil's optometry publications in terms of global citation impact.

Future trends to watch for include:

Increased collaboration between Brazilian institutions and international research bodies to enhance publication quality.
The impact of technological advancements in optometry research, potentially accelerating publication rates.
Government and private sector investments in research infrastructure to further promote scientific output in optometry.