In 2023, the total number of scientific publications in dermatology in Belgium stood at 47.41 units. Observing historical trends, there was a general fluctuation over the past decade, with notable declines in 2014 and 2015. Positive spikes occurred in 2017 and 2018, reflecting cyclical interest or funding variations. Noteworthy increases in 2020 and 2021 were observed, possibly reflecting pandemic-related research efforts. Following periods of growth, 2022 saw a slight decline. The CAGR analysis over the past five years indicates an average annual decline of 0.85%.

Future trends to watch for include:

Steady increase forecasted up to 2028 with an average growth rate of 0.25% per year.
Potential impacts of emerging dermatology research technologies and funding shifts.
Possibility of significant publication variations due to new health initiatives or policy changes.