Asia’s Growing Contribution to Obesity Surgery Research: A 40-year Bibliometric Analysis

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Obesity is a global health crisis, with projections indicating over 1.5 billion adults may be obese by 2035, particularly affecting Asian countries.
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Bariatric metabolic surgery (BMS) has proven effective for sustainable weight loss and managing obesity-related health issues.
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This study conducts a comprehensive bibliometric analysis of BMS research in Asia, addressing a gap in the existing literature.
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The analysis utilized the Web of Science database, focusing on publications from 1954 to 2022, ensuring reliable citation data.
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China's significant contributions to BMS research necessitate a targeted analysis to understand its influence on the regional and global landscape.

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