Chinese Journal of Tissue Engineering Research ›› 2026, Vol. 30 ›› Issue (31): 8282-8292.doi: 10.12307/2026.354

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Body mass index and knee osteoarthritis: a bibliometric analysis based on the Web of Science Core Collection database

Huang Jie1, Zeng Hao1, Zhang Zhenhao1, Wang Wenchi1, Cui Xianqin1, Zhu Lifeng1, Cui Wei2   

  1. 1Guangxi University of Chinese Medicine, Nanning 530000, Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, China; 2Ruikang Hospital Affiliated to Guangxi University of Chinese Medicine, Nanning 530000, Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, China
  • Received:2025-06-06 Accepted:2025-08-18 Online:2026-11-08 Published:2026-05-26
  • Contact: Cui Wei, Chief physician, Professor, Master's supervisor, Ruikang Hospital Affiliated to Guangxi University of Chinese Medicine, Nanning 530000, Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, China
  • About author:Huang Jie, MS candidate, Guangxi University of Chinese Medicine, Nanning 530000, Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, China
  • Supported by:
    Guangxi University of Chinese Medicine Gui-Style Traditional Chinese Medicine Inheritance and Innovation Team Project, No. 2022A004 (to CW [project participant]); Self-Funded Research Project of Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region Administration of Traditional Chinese Medicine, No. 20210579 (to CW); Project of China Medical Association of Minorities, No. 2020MZ-040701 (to CW)

Abstract: BACKGROUND: Body mass index has been shown to markedly influence the onset and progression of knee osteoarthritis. As the population ages and obesity rates increase, visualization analysis is needed to comprehend the main research content and hotspots in the field of body mass index and knee osteoarthritis.
OBJECTIVE: To analyze and summarize the cutting-edge content, research hotspots, and research trends in the field of body mass index and knee osteoarthritis using bibliometric visualization analysis software.
METHODS: Relevant literature on body mass index and knee osteoarthritis from 2005 to 2024 was retrieved in the Web of Science Core Collection database. Bibliometric and visualization analysis was performed with VOSviewer and CiteSpace visualization software.
RESULTS AND CONCLUSION: A total of 3 864 relevant documents were included, with publications on body mass index and knee osteoarthritis showing a yearly growth trend in China and abroad. The United States had the highest number of publications at 1 492, with Boston University ranking first with 265 publications. Professor Ali Guermazi from Boston University was the most prolific author, while Professor D.T. Felson from the same institution was the most highly cited author. The British journal Osteoarthritis and Cartilage ranked first in publication volume and citations. Core keywords in this field include total knee arthroplasty, unicompartmental knee arthroplasty, patient-reported outcomes, and age. Body mass index and knee osteoarthritis hold considerable research potential and value based on current study analysis. Substantial advancements are achieved in epidemiology, pathogenesis, and intervention strategies, particularly emphasizing a variety of intervention approaches. The integration of novel surgical assistance technologies and artificial intelligence is driving interdisciplinary research at the intersection of medicine and engineering. Additionally, the incorporation of traditional Chinese medicine holds potential as a promising avenue for managing the progression and treatment of knee osteoarthritis.

Key words: CiteSpace software, VOSviewer software, body mass index, knee osteoarthritis, visualization analysis, bibliometrics

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