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A visualization analysis of Traditional Chinese Medicine for influenza prevention and treatment: advances, hotspots, and future trends

  • By

  • Chang Sun

  • Qi Chen

  • Yang Wang

  • Shuojing Yuan

  • Ying Su

  • Le Zhang

  • June 23, 2026

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    The study evaluates advancements in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) for influenza management from 2005 to 2025 using bibliometric analysis.

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    A total of 1,527 articles were analyzed, revealing a significant increase in publications since 2014, especially after 2020.

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    China leads globally in TCM influenza research, with major contributions from institutions like the Chinese Academy of Sciences.

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    The Journal of Ethnopharmacology is identified as the most influential journal in the field of TCM and influenza.

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    Research focuses on themes like 'herbal medicine' and 'antiviral activity,' transitioning from clinical practices to mechanistic studies.

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A visualization analysis of Traditional Chinese Medicine for influenza prevention and treatment: advances, hotspots, and future trends

  • by Chang Sun, Qi Chen, Yang Wang, Shuojing Yuan, Ying Su, Le Zhang

  • June 23, 2026

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