In 2023, the share of corresponding/leading authors in ophthalmology publications in Canada was recorded at 89.61. The share is projected to gradually decline from 89.49 in 2024 to 88.98 in 2028. This reveals a slight year-on-year decrease, approximately 0.16% annually over the upcoming years. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over this five-year period reflects a small negative trend.

Future trends to watch for:

Increasing collaborations may impact the national share of corresponding authors.
Technological advancements could alter author roles and thus affect the share.
Policy changes in research funding and publishing norms might influence authorship dynamics.