Bibliometric analysis of global research trends in vestibular neuritis (1980-2024).

Purpose: Vestibular neuritis (VN) is a common cause of vertigo with significant impact on patients' quality of life. This study aimed to analyze global research trends in VN using bibliometric methods to identify key themes, influential authors, institutions, and countries contributing to the field.

Methods: We conducted a comprehensive search of the Web of Science Core Collection database for publications related to VN from 1980 to 2024. Bibliometric data including publication year, keywords, citations, authors, journals, institutions, and countries were extracted and analyzed using VOSviewer software.

Results: A total of 624 publications were identified, showing a steady increase in VN research output, particularly after 2003. South Korea and the USA were the most prolific countries, while Acta Oto-Laryngologica and Otology & Neurotology were the leading journals in terms of publication count. Michael Strupp emerged as the most productive author. Keyword analysis revealed prominent research themes including diagnosis, treatment (vestibular rehabilitation, pharmacological interventions), pathophysiology, and the impact of VN on vestibular function.

Conclusions: This bibliometric analysis provides a comprehensive overview of global VN research. The findings highlight the growing research interest in VN, with a focus on improving diagnostic accuracy, optimizing treatment strategies, and understanding the underlying mechanisms. This study can serve as a valuable resource for researchers, clinicians, and policymakers interested in the field of VN.