In 2023, the share of corresponding/leading authors in scientific publications in cardiology and cardiovascular medicine in Canada stood at 88.25. Forecast data from 2024 suggests a gradual decline with a predicted share of 87.97 in 2024 and further dips in subsequent years, reaching 86.8 by 2028. The year-on-year variations highlight a consistent minor decrease, reflecting a slight downward trend.

Future trends to watch for include:

Potential shifts in collaboration dynamics, leading to more multi-author publications.
Technological advancements that may alter the roles of authorship or publication processes.
Policy changes affecting research practices, funding, and publication norms in the cardiology domain.