Visual analysis of acquired immune deficiency syndrome research hotspots and trends among men who have sex with men

ZHENG Fengju; HOU Zhaomeng; LIU Wenbo

doi:10.3969/j.issn.1007-8134.2024.04.005

Abstract：Objective By using bibliometric methods and visualization techniques to deeply explore and analyze the hotspots and trends in the field of acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS) research among men who have sex with men (MSM),aiming to provide valuable reference and inspiration for further research. Methods SCI-Expanded in the Web of Science core collection database was selected for literature search and extraction to obtain relevant research samples. Visualization and analysis tools such as VOSviewer 1.6.19,CiteSpace 6.2.R4,and Pajek 5.18 were used to map scientific knowledge to comprehensively and systematically illustrate the information of multiple aspects such as collaborative networks,co-citation networks,and co-occurrence networks. Results A total of 8183 relevant publications were included,and the annual publications and citation frequency in this field have been steadily increasing over the past 20 years. The United States was the most productive country,with the University of California system contributing the most publications. Mayer KH and Beyrer C were the authors with the highest number of publications and citation frequency,respectively. Keywords such as acceptability,preexposure prophylaxis,adherence,transgender women,barriers,high risk,HIV testing,sexual and gender minorities,sexual health,public health,and care are hot research topics in recent years,and to some extent reflect future trends. Conclusions Through bibliometrics and visual analysis,it is revealed that the focus of AIDS research in MSM is on issues such as preexposure prophylaxis and sexual health,and it is predicted that future research will continue to deepen the exploration of high-risk groups,public health intervention and care.