Global Trend of Urban Mortality: A Comprehensive Bibliometric Analysis

This research article uses the Scopus database to present a comprehensive bibliometric analysis of the global trend in urban mortality spanning three decades (1993–2022). Our systematic quantitative approach reveals exponential publication growth, signifying heightened global interest in urban mortality. Collaborative networks across authors, institutions, and countries underscore international cooperation in this critical field. Key findings highlight prolific journals, highly cited documents, and influential contributors, with the New England Journal of Medicine, Environmental Health Perspectives, and American Journal of Epidemiology emerging as the top three productive journals. The United States, China, and Brazil lead in publications and citations for mortality and epidemiology. Enduring themes like “mortality,” “epidemiology,” and “air pollution” persist, while emerging themes like “climate change” and “Covid-19” reflect adaptability to contemporary challenges. Analysis of author keywords and research themes provides nuanced insights, evolving from an initial emphasis on causes to encompass risk factors, spatial distribution, and impacts of climate change and urbanization. This study enhances academic understanding and holds practical implications for public health interventions, providing a foundation for informed decision-making amidst ongoing global urbanization.