Bibliometric analysis of Alzheimer's and dementia research in Latin America.
Latin American dementia research reveals critical gaps and proposes strengthened regional collaboration to build locally relevant evidence.
This bibliometric study finds that Latin American and Caribbean countries contributed just 3% of global dementia publications from 1990–2024, with Brazil producing nearly half and significant thematic and geographic gaps. The authors call for stronger cross-country collaboration, broader research themes, and increased investment in policy-focused dementia research in the region.
What the study was
- Study design
- Bibliometric analysis
- Population
- Latin American and Caribbean dementia research output (Scopus 1990–2024; 21 countries)
- Sample size
- 6003
- Category
- Public Health
- Maturity
- Exploratory
- Journal
- Alzheimer's & Dementia
Why it surfaced
Bibliometric analysis — not primary research, no new clinical or biological findings. Loosely matches aging/population health watchlist but too peripheral for standard or higher classification.
A plain-language summary of published research — not medical advice. Talk to a clinician about your own care.