In 2023, the United States led in global ophthalmology publications, followed by China and India. Notably, Russia and Egypt demonstrated rapid growth, while Japan and Ukraine experienced declines. Year-on-year variations show significant increases for emerging contributors such as Latvia, Malta, and Vietnam. Conversely, regions like Iceland and Bulgaria saw notable decreases. Over a five-year period, emerging economies like India, Russia, and Latin American countries exhibit robust growth, contributing increasingly to global research output, reflecting increased investment in scientific research and international collaborations.
Future trends suggest further increases in contributions from emerging economies, driven by economic growth and enhanced focus on science and education. There may be a gradual narrowing of the gap between established and emerging contributors, with innovations in ophthalmology becoming more democratized worldwide. Technological advancements and international collaborations may further reshape the geographical distribution of scientific output in this field.
Top countries in Total Number of Scientific Publications in Ophthalmology by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units (Publications) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United States | 2,420 | 2023 | +1.94% | +1.61% | View data |
| 2 | 2 China | 2,010 | 2023 | +2.39% | +4.41% | View data |
| 3 | 3 India | 1,270 | 2023 | +11.56% | +12.63% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Japan | 611.48 | 2023 | -0.65% | -4.8% | View data |
| 5 | 5 South Korea | 574.94 | 2023 | +6.33% | +4.93% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Russia | 550.16 | 2023 | +16.14% | +19.38% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Germany | 543.31 | 2023 | +0.91% | +3.34% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Spain | 471.68 | 2023 | +3.25% | +7.23% | View data |
| 9 | 9 United Kingdom | 451.57 | 2023 | +0.35% | -1.46% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Italy | 336.41 | 2023 | +3.47% | +5.99% | View data |
