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International Journal of Stroke
H-index 41

International Journal of Stroke

1747-4930

Published by: SAGE

https://journals.sagepub.com/home/wso

Ranking & Metrics

Discipline name Position Best Scientists Publications D-Index
Medicine 397 286 414 39

Additional Metrics

Number of Best Scientists*: 415
Documents by Best Scientists*: 487
Top 100 Ranked Scientists*: 10
SCIMAGO H-index: 105
SCIMAGO SJR: 1.917
Impact Factor: 8.7

Overview

Top Research Topics at International Journal of Stroke?

The primary areas of discussion in the journal are Stroke, Internal medicine, Cardiology, Physical therapy and Physical medicine and rehabilitation. It emphasizes research on Stroke, which includes concerns such as Thrombolysis. International Journal of Stroke focuses on Thrombolysis but the discussions also offer insight into other areas such as Tissue plasminogen activator and Intensive care medicine.

International Journal of Stroke investigates Tissue plasminogen activator research which frequently intersects with Fibrinolytic agent. The journal features works in Internal medicine, more specifically Ischemic stroke, Acute ischemic stroke, Atrial fibrillation and Cerebral infarction, and explores their relation to disciplines like In patient. The journal blends together research topics in Physical medicine and rehabilitation and Clinical neurology.

The journal connects research in Emergency medicine with the related topic of Acute stroke. The journal links adjacent topics like Randomized controlled trial with Clinical trial.

  • Stroke (61.96%)
  • Internal medicine (23.95%)
  • Cardiology (18.31%)

What are the most cited papers published in the journal?

  • Oxidative stress and its role in the pathogenesis of ischaemic stroke. (550 citations)
  • Part I: frequency of depression after stroke: an updated systematic review and meta-analysis of observational studies. (466 citations)
  • European Stroke Organisation (ESO) guidelines for the management of spontaneous intracerebral hemorrhage (439 citations)

Research areas of the most cited articles at International Journal of Stroke:

The journal articles cover a variety of subjects, including Stroke, Physical therapy, Internal medicine, Surgery and Clinical trial. The published papers feature studies on Stroke, including topics such as Thrombolysis. The study of Physical therapy in the journal publications encompasses disciplines such as MEDLINE, as well as fields such as Medical emergency and Epidemiology, all of which overlap with one another.

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

  • Internal medicine
  • Disease
  • Stroke

The previous edition focused in particular on these issues:

Stroke, Internal medicine, Cardiology, Ischemic stroke and Emergency medicine are the subjects of interest in International Journal of Stroke. In particular, the Stroke works presented emphasize discussions on Thrombolysis. Many of the research works in Internal medicine, specifically Acute ischemic stroke, Cerebral infarction, Atrial fibrillation and Disease, closely connected to disciplines like In patient.

While the primary focus in the journal is Cardiology, it also dissects topics surrounding Intracerebral hemorrhage and Cerebral amyloid angiopathy as a whole. While Emergency medicine is the key highlight in it, it also covered some subjects on Severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) and 2019-20 coronavirus outbreak. Topics in Randomized controlled trial explored in International Journal of Stroke were investigated in conjunction with research in Physical therapy and Clinical trial.

The most cited articles from the last journal are:

  • Global epidemiology of atrial fibrillation: An increasing epidemic and public health challenge. (73 citations)
  • Stroke in COVID-19: A systematic review and meta-analysis. (58 citations)
  • Cerebrovascular events and outcomes in hospitalized patients with COVID-19: The SVIN COVID-19 Multinational Registry. (36 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 International Journal of Stroke (based on the number of publications) are:

  • Geoffrey A. Donnan (153 papers) published 3 papers at the last edition, 5 less than at the previous edition,
  • Dominique A Cadilhac (102 papers) published 4 papers at the last edition, 3 less than at the previous edition,
  • Julie Bernhardt (87 papers) published 5 papers at the last edition the same number as at the previous edition,
  • Craig S. Anderson (73 papers) published 4 papers at the last edition, 2 less than at the previous edition,
  • Mark W Parsons (70 papers) published 3 papers at the last edition, 1 more than at the previous 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 International Journal of Stroke (based on the number of publications) are:

  • University of Edinburgh (129 papers) published 9 papers at the last edition, 1 less than at the previous edition,
  • Florey Institute of Neuroscience and Mental Health (111 papers) published 12 papers at the last edition, 5 more than at the previous edition,
  • University of Melbourne (109 papers) published 8 papers at the last edition, 2 more than at the previous edition,
  • University of Calgary (82 papers) published 7 papers at the last edition, 1 less than at the previous edition,
  • University of Glasgow (82 papers) published 4 papers at the last edition, 1 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, 2.08% of publications had an unrecognized affiliation. Out of the publications with recognized affiliations, 21.28% were posted by at least one author from the top 10 institutions publishing in the journal. Another 22.34% included authors affiliated with research institutions from the top 11-20 affiliations. Institutions from the 21-50 range included 15.43% of all publications and 40.96% 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.

Career Opportunities in Stroke Research

Within the thriving field of stroke research, numerous career opportunities exist for individuals passionate about advancing the understanding and treatment of stroke. A prominent role within stroke research is that of a Nurse Practitioner. These professionals work closely with stroke patients, providing essential health services and contributing significantly to research efforts. In order to become a nurse practitioner specializing in stroke research, there is a set of educational and licensure requirements to meet. For those considering this career path, or any other within this field, it's crucial to understand these prerequisites. In Arkansas for instance, aspiring nurse practitioners must hold a registered nursing (RN) license, complete a graduate nursing program approved by the Arkansas State Board of Nursing, and pass the relevant certification examination. More in-depth detail on this process, including recommended academic paths and tips on certification, can be found in our guide on nurse practitioner education requirements in Arkansas. Even beyond the role of a Nurse Practitioner, more diverse careers exist within the field of stroke research, including those within physiotherapy, internal medicine, and cardiology. Exploring these careers may unearth opportunities that align perfectly with your interests, skills, and career goals in stroke research.

Top Publications

  • World Stroke Organization (WSO): Global Stroke Fact Sheet 2022

    (2022)
    2170 Citations
  • Global epidemiology of atrial fibrillation: An increasing epidemic and public health challenge.

    Giuseppe Lippi;Fabian Sanchis-Gomar;Gianfranco Cervellin

    (2021)
    951 Citations
  • Stroke in COVID-19: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

    Stefania Nannoni;Rosa de Groot;Steven Bell;Hugh S Markus

    (2021)
    481 Citations
  • COVID-19 and stroke-A global World Stroke Organization perspective.

    Hugh S Markus;Michael Brainin

    (2020)
    414 Citations
  • Cerebrovascular disease is associated with an increased disease severity in patients with Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19): A pooled analysis of published literature.

    Gaurav Aggarwal;Giuseppe Lippi;Brandon Michael Henry

    (2020)
    293 Citations
  • Global Stroke Statistics 2019

    Joosup Kim;Joosup Kim;Tharshanah Thayabaranathan;Geoffrey A Donnan;George Howard

    (2020)
    278 Citations
  • Canadian Stroke Best Practice Recommendations: Rehabilitation, Recovery, and Community Participation following Stroke. Part One: Rehabilitation and Recovery Following Stroke; 6th Edition Update 2019

    Robert Teasell;Nancy M. Salbach;Norine Foley;Anita Mountain;Anita Mountain

    (2020)
    264 Citations
  • Global stroke statistics 2022

    (2022)
    246 Citations
  • Management of acute ischemic stroke in patients with COVID-19 infection: Report of an international panel.

    Adnan I Qureshi;Foad Abd-Allah;Fahmi Al-Senani;Emrah Aytac

    (2020)
    222 Citations
  • Cerebral small vessel disease: Recent advances and future directions

    (2022)
    163 Citations

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