The intellectual landscape of cognitive impairment in type 2 diabetes: knowledge structure, research focuses and rising trends - Takeaways - MDSpire

The intellectual landscape of cognitive impairment in type 2 diabetes: knowledge structure, research focuses and rising trends

  • By

  • Hui Han

  • Libo Hou

  • Jinghua Lu

  • Hao Sun

  • Wenwen Ning

  • Yue Liang

  • Yujie Gu

  • Huichao Yin

  • Qiang Gao

  • April 1, 2026

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    Cognitive dysfunction is a significant complication of type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM), impacting disease management and quality of life.

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    Research on T2DM and cognitive dysfunction has increased, with 1,752 publications identified, particularly accelerating after 2018.

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    Key research areas include neuroimaging, gut microbiota, and molecular mechanisms, shifting focus from early risk factors.

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    China, the United States, and the United Kingdom are the leading contributors to research on T2DM and cognitive dysfunction.

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    Future research should integrate mechanisms of cognitive dysfunction to improve early screening and personalized treatment strategies.

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The intellectual landscape of cognitive impairment in type 2 diabetes: knowledge structure, research focuses and rising trends

  • by Hui Han, Libo Hou, Jinghua Lu, Hao Sun, Wenwen Ning, Yue Liang, Yujie Gu, Huichao Yin, Qiang Gao

  • April 1, 2026

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