The share of corresponding/leading authors in scientific publications in Orthopedics and Sports Medicine in the US remained consistently high, with a slight decrease projected from 2026 to 2028. In 2023, this share stood at 96.54%. Over the forecasted period, there is a minimal year-on-year variation, averaging around 0.01% by 2027 and 2028. The compounded annual growth rate (CAGR) shows virtually no change over the five-year period, indicating a stable trend.
Future trends to watch for include technological advancements in research methodologies and potential shifts in multidisciplinary collaborations, which may impact the composition of authorship and contribute to minor fluctuations in these shares.
