Anil Regmi, Bishwa Bandhu Niraula
Objective: This study aimed to provide a comprehensive bibliometric analysis of arthroscopy research from Nepal between 2010 and 2025, evaluating publication trends, citation impact, authorship and institutional patterns, and international collaborations. Arthroscopy has become an essential component of modern orthopedic surgery, offering minimally invasive management of joint pathologies, particularly in the knee and shoulder. While global literature on arthroscopy has expanded rapidly, the contribution of Nepal has not been systematically assessed. Methods: Data were retrieved from the Scopus database on September 5, 2025, using the query (TITLE-ABS-KEY [arthroscopy OR arthroscopic] AND AFFILCOUNTRY [nepal]) AND PUBYEAR >1999 AND PUBYEAR <2026. Articles with at least one Nepali affiliation were included. Bibliometric indicators, including publication counts, citation metrics, h-index, author productivity, institutional contributions, and collaborative networks, were extracted and analyzed using Scopus tools and VOSviewer (version 1.6.20). Results: A total of 47 documents were identified. Publication output increased steadily after 2018, peaking in 2021 and 2024. Most documents were original articles (97.9%), published across 17 journals. Fifty-nine institutions contributed. Nepal collaborated with 41 countries, with the most frequent partnerships being with China, Thailand, and the United States. There were a total of 219 citations and an h-index of 10. Conclusion: Nepal’s arthroscopy research is in its early stages but is demonstrating increasing visibility and collaboration. Strengthening institutional consistency, fostering international partnerships, and publishing in high-impact journals may further enhance the regional and global impact.