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Acta Neurochirurgica
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Acta Neurochirurgica

0001-6268

Published by: Springer

https://www.springer.com/journal/701

Ranking & Metrics

Discipline name Position Best Scientists Publications D-Index
Medicine 890 135 291 25

Additional Metrics

Number of Best Scientists*: 273
Documents by Best Scientists*: 459
Top 100 Ranked Scientists*: 4
SCIMAGO H-index: 112
SCIMAGO SJR: 0.736
Impact Factor: 1.9

Overview

Top Research Topics at Acta Neurochirurgica?

The journal mainly deals with areas of study such as Neurosurgery, Neuroradiology, Surgery, Interventional radiology and Neurology. Anesthesia, Central nervous system disease, Radiosurgery, Medical physics and Meningioma are some topics wherein Neurosurgery research discussed in the journal have an impact. Research on Anesthesia addressed in Acta Neurochirurgica frequently intersections with the field of Internal medicine.

The studies in Neuroradiology featured incorporate elements of Nuclear medicine, Anatomy, Pathology and Magnetic resonance imaging, Radiology. Radiology studies presented in the journal focus on topics such as Angiography and Cerebral angiography. Presentations on Surgery include those discussing Hydrocephalus, Retrospective cohort study, Complication, Craniotomy and Decompression.

The Interventional radiology works featured in Acta Neurochirurgica incorporate elements from Aneurysm and General surgery. The journal is focused mainly on Vasospasm, particularly Cerebral vasospasm.

  • Neurosurgery (39.96%)
  • Neuroradiology (37.48%)
  • Surgery (37.19%)

What are the most cited papers published in the journal?

  • A systematic review of brain injury epidemiology in Europe. (950 citations)
  • Plate and screw fixation for atlanto-axial subluxation. (665 citations)
  • Assessment and prognosis of coma after head injury (617 citations)

Research areas of the most cited articles at Acta Neurochirurgica:

The published papers tackle a plethora of topics, such as Surgery, Neurosurgery, Neuroradiology, Interventional radiology and Anesthesia. Issues in Neurosurgery were discussed in the most cited articles, taking into consideration concepts from other disciplines like Central nervous system disease, Pathology, Radiosurgery, Radiation therapy and Neurology. The most cited articles explore issues in Neuroradiology which can be linked to other research areas like Anatomy and Magnetic resonance imaging, Radiology, Angiography, Meningioma.

What topics the last edition of the journal is best known for?

  • Internal medicine
  • Surgery
  • Radiology

The previous edition focused in particular on these issues:

The journal primarily focuses on research topics in Neurosurgery, Neuroradiology, Interventional radiology, Surgery and Neurology. The journal deals with Neurosurgery in conjunction with Internal medicine and similar fields in Traumatic brain injury. While Acta Neurochirurgica focused on Traumatic brain injury, it was also able to explore topics like Anesthesia, Cerebral perfusion pressure and Cardiology.

While Neuroradiology is the focus of it, it also provided insights into the studies of Nuclear medicine, Anatomy, Magnetic resonance imaging, Radiology and Subarachnoid hemorrhage. It addresses concerns in Interventional radiology which are intertwined with other disciplines, such as Aneurysm, MEDLINE, Lumbar and Microsurgery, General surgery. The Surgery research presented places emphasis on topics like Decompression, Microvascular decompression, Hydrocephalus and Retrospective cohort study.

The most cited articles from the last journal are:

  • Posterior fossa decompression with duraplasty in Chiari malformation type 1: a systematic review and meta-analysis. (10 citations)
  • Avoiding predatory publishing for early career neurosurgeons: what should you know before you submit? (7 citations)
  • Bilateral double beta peaks in a PD patient with STN electrodes (7 citations)

Papers citation over time

A key indicator for each journal is its effectiveness in reaching other researchers with the papers published at that venue.

The chart below presents the interquartile range (first quartile 25%, median 50% and third quartile 75%) of the number of citations of articles over time.

The top authors publishing in Acta Neurochirurgica (based on the number of publications) are:

  • Marek Czosnyka (174 papers) published 31 papers at the last edition, 25 more than at the previous edition,
  • John H. Zhang (128 papers) absent at the last edition,
  • John D. Pickard (92 papers) published 1 paper at the last edition, 1 less than at the previous edition,
  • Peter Smielewski (89 papers) published 18 papers at the last edition, 15 more than at the previous edition,
  • Richard F. Keep (80 papers) absent at the last edition.

The overall trend for top authors publishing in this journal is outlined below. The chart shows the number of publications at each edition of the journal for top authors.

Only papers with recognized affiliations are considered

The top affiliations publishing in Acta Neurochirurgica (based on the number of publications) are:

  • University of Cambridge (279 papers) published 47 papers at the last edition, 27 more than at the previous edition,
  • Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich (186 papers) published 5 papers at the last edition, 1 more than at the previous edition,
  • University of Zurich (159 papers) published 13 papers at the last edition the same number as at the previous edition,
  • Sapienza University of Rome (150 papers) absent at the last edition,
  • Charité (112 papers) published 5 papers at the last edition, 8 less than at the previous edition.

The overall trend for top affiliations publishing in this journal is outlined below. The chart shows the number of publications at each edition of the journal for top affiliations.

Publication chance based on affiliation

The publication chance index shows the ratio of articles published by the best research institutions in the journal edition to all articles published within that journal. The best research institutions were selected based on the largest number of articles published during all editions of the journal.

The chart below presents the percentage ratio of articles from top institutions (based on their ranking of total papers).Top affiliations were grouped by their rank into the following tiers: top 1-10, top 11-20, top 21-50, and top 51+. Only articles with a recognized affiliation are considered.

During the most recent 2021 edition, 13.30% of publications had an unrecognized affiliation. Out of the publications with recognized affiliations, 17.48% were posted by at least one author from the top 10 institutions publishing in the journal. Another 6.99% included authors affiliated with research institutions from the top 11-20 affiliations. Institutions from the 21-50 range included 10.49% of all publications and 65.05% were from other institutions.

Returning Authors Index

A very common phenomenon observed among researchers publishing scientific articles is the intentional selection of journals they have already attended in the past. In particular, it is worth analyzing the case when the authors participate in the same journal from year to year.

The Returning Authors Index presented below illustrates the ratio of authors who participated in both a given as well as the previous edition of the journal in relation to all participants in a given year.

Returning Institution Index

The graph below shows the Returning Institution Index, illustrating the ratio of institutions that participated in both a given and the previous edition of the conference in relation to all affiliations present in a given year.

The experience to innovation index

Our experience to innovation index was created to show a cross-section of the experience level of authors publishing in a journal. The index includes the authors publishing at the last edition of a journal, grouped by total number of publications throughout their academic career (P) and the total number of citations of these publications ever received (C).

The group intervals were selected empirically to best show the diversity of the authors' experiences, their labels were selected as a convenience, not as judgment. The authors were divided into the following groups:

  • Novice - P < 5 or C < 25 (the number of publications less than 5 or the number of citations less than 25),
  • Competent - P < 10 or C < 100 (the number of publications less than 10 or the number of citations less than 100),
  • Experienced - P < 25 or C < 625 (the number of publications less than 25 or the number of citations less than 625),
  • Master - P < 50 or C < 2500 (the number of publications less than 50 or the number of citations less than 2500),
  • Star - P ≥ 50 and C ≥ 2500 (both the number of publications greater than 50 and the number of citations greater than 2500).

The chart below illustrates experience levels of first authors in cases of publications with multiple authors.

Significance of Acta Neurochirurgica in Neurology Education and Career

Acta Neurochirurgica's impact extends beyond research. It's a valuable resource for academics and professionals in neurology and radiology fields. Its published articles offer insights into new treatments, surgical techniques and technologies, contributing significantly to the neurology education landscape. For those considering or currently undergoing education in this specialty, it's crucial to stay updated with such leading research journals.

The journal's content could prove beneficial not just for professionals, but also for students planning on pursuing a career in neurology or neurosurgery. Understanding the topics discussed in Acta Neurochirurgica can provide a clear view of the present scenario and future trends in the field, thereby aiding in better career preparation.

Aspiring nurses with an interest in specialized neurological care can also find considerable value in following this journal. Engaging with LPN (Licensed Practical Nurses) programs that have a focus on neurological care can also augment their learning. To that end, these lpn programs in delaware online offer thorough training in the field. Not only do they provide education about standard nursing practices, but they also delve into expert neurological care.

Overall, for anyone committed to making a significant impact in the field of neurology, following journals like Acta Neurochirurgica and opting for focused educational programs could mark the beginning of a rewarding career journey.

Top Publications

  • Chronic subdural hematoma-incidence, complications, and financial impact.

    Minna Rauhala;Pauli Helén;Heini Huhtala;Paula Heikkilä

    (2020)
    109 Citations
  • Consensus statement from the international consensus meeting on post-traumatic cranioplasty.

    C. Iaccarino;A. Kolias;P. D. Adelson;A. M. Rubiano

    (2021)
    67 Citations
  • Systematic review of current randomised control trials in chronic subdural haematoma and proposal for an international collaborative approach

    E. Edlmann;D. C. Holl;Hester Lingsma;J. Bartek;J. Bartek;J. Bartek

    (2020)
    65 Citations
  • Awake vs. asleep motor mapping for glioma resection: a systematic review and meta-analysis

    (2020)
    62 Citations
  • Surgical management of craniopharyngiomas in adult patients: a systematic review and consensus statement on behalf of the EANS skull base section

    Giulia Cossu;Emmanuel Jouanneau;Luigi M Cavallo;Samer K Elbabaa

    (2020)
    59 Citations
  • A snapshot of European neurosurgery December 2019 vs. March 2020: just before and during the Covid-19 pandemic.

    T Mathiesen;T Mathiesen;M Arraez;T Asser;N Balak

    (2020)
    50 Citations
  • Long-term excess mortality after chronic subdural hematoma

    Minna Rauhala;Pauli Helén;Karri Seppä;Heini Huhtala

    (2020)
    47 Citations
  • Brain connectomics applied to oncological neuroscience: from a traditional surgical strategy focusing on glioma topography to a meta-network approach

    Hugues Duffau

    (2021)
    46 Citations
  • Surgery for brain metastases—impact of the extent of resection

    (2022)
    45 Citations
  • Compliance of the cerebrospinal space: comparison of three methods

    Agnieszka Kazimierska;Magdalena Kasprowicz;Marek Czosnyka;Marek Czosnyka;Michał M. Placek

    (2021)
    42 Citations

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