Bibliometric Analysis of Highly-Cited Papers of Indian Journal of Orthopaedics.
Background and Aims: This study performed a comprehensive bibliometric analysis comparing Indian and international highly-cited papers (HCPs) in the Indian Journal of Orthopaedics (IJO). Methods: The study used a bibliometric design to analyze HCPs published in the IJO between 2007 and 2024, a period selected based on the journal's Scopus coverage. The Scopus database was used for its comprehensive coverage and robust citation analysis capabilities. All documents published in the IJO during this period were retrieved on June 20, 2025. The threshold for an HCP was set at 51 or more citations, as this indicates significant peer recognition and influence within the academic community. For each HCP, the following data was extracted: the title, publication year, and citation count; the country of origin (Indian or foreign); the study type (original article, review, conference paper, editorial, or letter); the subject focus (e.g., trauma, joint disorders, or infection); author and instituti
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