Bibliometric Analysis of Vitamin D and Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease

Abstract

Background: The relationship between vitamin D and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) has been a subject of significant interest. This study aimed to assess the current research status of vitamin D and NAFLD through a systematic analysis using bibliometric methods. Methods: A search of the Web of Science Core Collection database was conducted to identify relevant literature meeting the study criteria. Key information such as the number of publications, authors, countries, and keywords was extracted. Results: A total of 416 articles were included for analysis. The findings revealed an increasing trend in research on vitamin D and NAFLD in recent years. The dominant forces in the field were concentrated in China and the United States. A few institutions contributed to the majority of the research output, and the research topics primarily covered the association between vitamin D and NAFLD in terms of disease risk, severity, and treatment efficacy. Conclusion: The bibliometric analysis of the literature in this study provided insights into the current status and trends of research on vitamin D and NAFLD. These findings are of significant importance in guiding future research directions and collaborations, offering new perspectives and strategies for the prevention and treatment of NAFLD. Further research should delve into the mechanisms underlying the association between vitamin D and NAFLD, and more clinical trials should be conducted to evaluate the potential role of vitamin D in the treatment of NAFLD.

Bibliometric analysis of vitamin D and obesity research over the period 2000 to 2023

“…For experienced and active researchers, systematic reviews aid in keeping abreast of the latest advancements in their field ( Chen and Song, 2019 ). Scholarly analysis using bibliometric methods has explored the role of vitamin D in immunity ( Luo et al, 2022 ), bone metabolism ( Malik et al, 2022 ), infections ( He et al, 2022 ), reproductive health ( Lu et al, 2022 ), and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease ( Wang and Chang, 2023 ). However, the relationship between vitamin D and obesity remains unexplored, which is particularly intriguing given the high prevalence of vitamin D deficiency in obese individuals and its potential implications for metabolic health.…”