Abstract

Introduction

This study aimed to perform a bibliometric analysis of research addressing the risk and prevalence of perinatal transmission in maternal human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), Hepatitis B, and Hepatitis C infections.

Materials and Methods

Using predefined keywords, we retrieved all articles published between 1982 and 2025. Only original research articles written in English and published after 1982 were included. A total of 1.058 records were identified, of which 1.016 were published in English. Data were exported, and duplicate records were removed using Mendeley. Quantitative analyses and visualizations were conducted using Microsoft Excel, VOSviewer, and the Bibliometrix package in R Studio. After duplicate removal, 1.015 articles were included in the final analysis.

Results

The United States was the most productive country, contributing 457 articles (44.98%). Newell was the most prolific author, with 32 publications. The most highly cited article was “Combination antiretroviral strategies for the treatment of pregnant HIV-1-infected women and prevention of perinatal HIV-1 transmission,” which received 738 citations. Overall, research output addressing perinatal transmission risk and prevalence in maternal HIV, Hepatitis B, and Hepatitis C infections has increased markedly over the past three decades.

Conclusion

The increasing volume of publications reflects growing international interest and an expanding research scope in this field. Over the past three decades, a substantial rise has been observed in studies examining perinatal transmission risk and prevalence in maternal HIV, Hepatitis B virus, and infections.