Abstract
PURPOSE: Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) has emerged as a pivotal tool in diagnosing Meniere's disease (MD). This study aimed to explore global research dynamics related to MRI and MD using bibliometric methods. METHODS: A literature search was performed in the Web of Science Core Collection on December 18, 2024. Bibliometric analysis was conducted utilizing VOSviewer, CiteSpace, and the R package "bibliometrix". RESULTS: From 1992 to 2024, a total of 510 articles on MRI and MD were published, reflecting an annual growth rate of 11.95%. Japan led global research output with 149 publications, followed by China and the United States, accounting for 92 and 48 publications, respectively. Nagoya University emerged as the most productive institution, contributing 188 articles. Among authors, Naganawa S ranked first with 82 publications and 3,063 citations. Journals such as Acta Oto-Laryngologica and Otology & Neurotology were prominent platforms for disseminating research. Keyword analysis showed that recent studies had concentrated on topics such as "diagnostic-criteria", "classification", "committee", and "guidelines". Since 2019, terms such as "evoked myogenic potentials" (2019-2024), "vestibular migraine" (2022-2024), and "contrast" (2022-2024) have been prominent, indicating significant emerging trends. CONCLUSION: This bibliometric analysis provides a comprehensive overview of global research on MRI and MD, identifying leading contributors, thematic hotspots, and emerging trends. Recent research hotspot has concentrated on the integration of MRI in diagnosis of MD. Improving diagnostic accuracy and patient management strategies is the trend of this field in the future.