The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on scientific publications in the field of hernia surgery: a brief bibliometric analysis

Key Points

• Scientific publications in hernia surgery increased during the COVID-19 pandemic, indicating a rise in research interest.
• The bibliometric analysis identifies COVID-19 as a significant factor influencing research output, with a notable surge in 2020.
• Analysis of publication trends across various databases provides insights into how the pandemic reshaped academic focus in surgery.
• These findings suggest a shift in research priorities, underscoring the need for continued exploration in surgical fields.