Recent advances of nanotechnology application in autoimmune diseases – A bibliometric analysis. (February 2023)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: He, Rendong; Li, Li; Zhang, Tingjun; Ding, Xuefeng; Xing, Yan; Zhu, Shuang; Gu, Zhanjun; Hu, Houxiang
• Is Part Of: Nano today. Volume 48(2023)
• Publication Date: 2023-02
• Subjects: Autoimmune diseases -- Nanotechnology -- Bibliometric analysis -- Therapy -- Diagnosis; Nanotechnology -- Periodicals; Nanosciences -- Périodiques; 620.505
• DOI: 10.1016/j.nantod.2022.101694
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1748-0132

Abstract

Abstract: Autoimmune diseases are a group of serious immune system disorders that are usually idiopathic and persistent. Currently, autoimmune diseases are often diagnosed after obvious symptoms, and the treatment strategy is only to alleviate symptoms rather than cure. Therefore, timely and effective diagnostic/therapeutic approaches are demanded. Emerging nanotechnology based on its exclusive advantages provides new solutions for the diagnosis and treatment of autoimmune diseases. In this review, we attempt to provide a comprehensive summary of the current state of development and research priorities in this field by bibliometric analysis. Firstly, an overview and analysis of annual publications, the most influential countries/institutions, and publication-related journals for all nanotechnology literature in autoimmune diseases are provided. Secondly, the application of nanomaterials in the diagnosis and therapy of autoimmune diseases are systematically summarized. Finally, the existing challenges and clinical prospects in this field are proposed. This review will benefit readers to understand the research trends of nanotechnology in the field of autoimmune diseases and further advance the development of this paramount field. Graphical Abstract: This review provides a general introduction to the main applications of nanotechnology in autoimmune diseases. Firstly, the annual publications, the most productive /influential countries/institutions, and publication-related journals for all nano-technology literature in autoimmune diseases are summarized. Secondly, the application of nanopaeticles in the diagnosis and treatment of autoimmune diseases are comprehensively introduced. Finally, the existing challenges and clinical prospects in this field are proposed. ga1 Highlights: A comprehensive overview of nanotechnology in autoimmune diseases applications is provided using bibliometric analysis. Annual growth in publication trend, the most influential countries/institutions/journal, and major research hotspot are presented. Nanotechnology is mainly applied in the diagnosis and treatment of autoimmune diseases. The application value of nanomaterials in autoimmune diseases is systematically introduced from a clinical perspective.