Journal of Otolaryngology and Ophthalmology of Shandong University ›› 2026, Vol. 40 ›› Issue (5): 37-52.doi: 10.6040/j.issn.1673-3770.0.2025.383

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The current situation and frontiers of chronic sinusitis research in children: visual analysis based on CiteSpace

ZHU Bin1,2, LIU Di1, JIAO Cheng1,2, YAN Qi1,2, WANG Ying1,2, GUAN Bing1,2, MA Wei1, XU Li1,2, CAO Qing1   

  1. 1. Department of Otorhinolaryngology & Head and Neck Surgery, Northern Jiangsu People's Hospital, Yangzhou 225001, Jiangsu, China2. Department of Otorhinolaryngology & Head and Neck Surgery, Northern Jiangsu People's Hospital Affiliated to Yangzhou University, Yangzhou 225001, Jiangsu, China
  • Published:2026-09-07

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Abstract: Objective The objective of this study is to employ the CiteSpace knowledge mapping tool ato systematically map the research landscape of paediatric chronic rhinosinusitis(CRS). A comprehensive analysis of the extant literature was conducted to ascertain the knowledge structure, research hotspots; and evolutionary trends. The analysis yielded data-driven, evidence-based references to optimise clinical diagnosis and treatment plans and guide future research directions. Methods A comprehensive search of the China National Knowledge Infrastructure(CNKI), Wanfang Data, VIP databases and Web of Science Core Collection databases was conducted up to 31 December 2024, to retrieve all all relevant literature. Following the screening process, the CiteSpace 6.4.R1 software was utilised to conduct co-occurrence, clustering, and burst analyses of authors, institutions, and keywords. This process yielded a series of knowledge graphs, which were utilised to explore research hotspots and developmental trends. Results The corpus comprised a total of 1,374 Chinese and 286 English artieles. As demonstrated in Chinese articles an initial increase was observed, which was subsequently followed by a plateau. While the total number of English publications is relatively low, it has maintained a stable trend overall. A significant finding of the present study was that collaboration networks among authors and institutions were considerably more dense in English articles than in Chinese articles. A review of the extant literature reveals that research in the field of Chinese medicine has been primarily focused on specific treatments, including endoscopic sinus surgery, medication and nasal irrigation. In addition, research has focused on the evaluation of efficacy, the identification of complications and the exploration of the mechanisms underpinning the treatment. By contrast, international research has placed a greater emphasis on endoscopic surgery, comprehensive disease management, comorbidities(e.g.cystic fibrosis and gastroesophageal reflux)and the exploration of underlying mechanisms. Conclusion Globally, research interest in paediatric CRS remains strong. The following research areas are currently receiving significant attention: treatment methods, efficacy evaluation, complication and comorbidity management, and disease mechanisms. Recent developments in the field have seen a shift inresearch priorities towards precision and minimally invasive treatment strategies, in-depth efficacy assessment, and multi-omics studiesof pathogenesis.

Key words: Children, Chronic rhinosinusitis, Visual analysis, CiteSpace

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  • R766.9
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