To systematically analyze bibliometric trends in macrophage research within Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) from 2003 to 2023.
Approach:
Data Sources: Utilized data from the Web of Science Core Collection (WoSCC) and visualization tools including R/bibliometrix, VOSviewer, and CiteSpace.
Methodology: Employed topic-based queries merging 'macrophage' with TCM-related keywords, though lacking precision and detail in search strategy development.
Key Findings:
The study is limited by the exclusive use of WoSCC, excluding significant Chinese-language research.
Omission of certain macrophage subsets leads to a generalized analysis of TCM-macrophage interactions.
Lack of transparency in analytical parameters hinders reproducibility and validation of results.
Interpretation:
The study's methodological limitations and lack of comprehensive data representation diminish its relevance and reliability in assessing TCM-macrophage research.
Limitations:
Exclusion of non-English publications and Chinese core databases.
Inadequate search strategy leading to potential retrieval of marginally relevant articles.
Failure to report essential analytical parameters affecting reproducibility.
Conclusion:
The analysis highlights significant gaps in the bibliometric study of macrophages in TCM, indicating the need for a more inclusive approach.
