The United States retains a dominant position in ophthalmology publications, holding a 28.86% share, even with a minor decline in 2023. India and China follow, displaying substantial growth at 32.05% and 11.91% respectively, with India overtaking China. European countries like the UK, Italy, and Germany maintain moderate shares with slight positive growth. Notable growth can also be seen in emerging regions, particularly Colombia, Indonesia, and Slovenia, driven by significant increases in publication share. Meanwhile, traditional European nations such as Greece and the Czech Republic have experienced declines.
Future trends to watch include continued expansion in Asian and Middle Eastern nations such as the UAE and India, with significant growth in scientific output. Innovation in ophthalmology research is likely to increase in diversification, with emerging economies contributing more substantially to the global share. Technological advancements and international collaborations could drive further shifts in the distribution of top-cited publications globally.
Top countries in Total Number of 10% Top-Cited Scientific Publications in Ophthalmology Share by Country (Units (Publications))
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United States | 28.86 | 2023 | +0.11% | -0.074% | View data |
| 2 | 2 India | 12.26 | 2023 | +21.08% | +32.05% | View data |
| 3 | 3 China | 11.05 | 2023 | +9.46% | +11.91% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 5.49 | 2023 | +1.76% | +2.65% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 4.87 | 2023 | +5.04% | +4.58% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Germany | 4.56 | 2023 | +4.88% | +5.14% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Japan | 3.9 | 2023 | -1.45% | -5.62% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Australia | 3.28 | 2023 | +4.15% | +5.18% | View data |
| 9 | 9 South Korea | 2.98 | 2023 | +0.6% | -1.22% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Spain | 2.75 | 2023 | +3.6% | +8.21% | View data |
