Impact Factor
1.63
Journal Citation Impact
Estimated influence, citation density, publishing volume, and citation integrity from the analytics table.
Citation rate
0.34
15 total citations
h5-index
8
h5 depth signal
Cited share
22.0%
13 of 59
Total citations
15
Citation footprint
Metric signal
0.42
External metric anchor
Self-citation
0.0%
0 self-citations
Citations Trend
Monthly Publications Cadence
Citing Geographic Demographics
Nepal
205
India
154
United States
13
Australia
7
Singapore
6
Citing Fields of Research
Ophthalmology
351
Cosmetic Surgery
32
Dermatology
11
Parasitology
10
Congenital Disorders
8
Publishing Activity & Reach
Volume, recency, access pattern, and citing-community signals from the journal analytics record.
All-time article footprint
727
Articles tracked across the journal lifetime
Indexed publication set
59
13 cited publications
Last 12 months
48
16.0 publications/month
Open access share
100.0%
48 OA publications in the last year
Leading citing country
Nepal
205 citing publications
Leading citing field
Ophthalmology
351 citing publications
Latest tracked publication
3 April 2026
10 recent records available
Coverage & Indexing History
v1n1, Jan-June, 2009-
v1n1, Jan-June, 2009-
Research Focus & Classification
Indexed Subjects
Ophthalmology
Issuing & Sponsoring Bodies
Contributor
Nepal Ophthalmic Society
Broad Categories
Ophthalmology
MeSH Descriptors
Eye Diseases
Latest Publications
Recent article records with DOI-first linking and condensed abstracts.
01
DOI 10.3126/nepjoph.v18i35.75209
Open DOI
Retinal Nerve Fibre Layer and Ganglion Cell Complex Thickness in Diabetes Mellitus without Diabetic Retinopathy
Introduction: Diabetic retinopathy is on the rise and understanding mechanisms of retinal neurodegeneration in diabetes mellitus will help in halting retinopathy. Objective: The study was done to assess the retinal nerve fibre layer and ...
02
DOI 10.3126/nepjoph.v18i35.73268
Open DOI
Corneal Drawings: An Important Tool in Documentation
Schematic diagrams have been an important tool in ophthalmology for a long time. Corneal drawings help record and monitor corneal pathologies. These aid in comparing the clinical course of disease on follow-up visits and act as standardi...
03
DOI 10.3126/nepjoph.v18i35.83607
Open DOI
Knowledge, Willingness, and Preferences of Glaucoma Patients on Telemedicine and Vision Centres in South India
Introduction: Glaucoma, a leading cause of irreversible blindness, affects 80 million people globally, is projected to surpass 111 million by 2040. In India, limited availability of ophthalmologists, especially in rural areas, limits gla...
04
DOI 10.3126/nepjoph.v18i35.85118
Open DOI
Analysis of Ocular Surface Tumors and Lesions by High-Definition Anterior Segment Optical Coherence Tomography
Introduction: High resolution AS-OCT (Anterior segment- Optical coherence tomography) is an imaging modality predominantly used in tertiary ophthalmologic centres to diagnose and characterise various ocular surface tumours as well as an ...
05
DOI 10.3126/nepjoph.v18i35.85672
Open DOI
Management of Adult-onset Eyelid Xanthogranuloma: Debulking Surgery Coupled with Intralesional Corticosteroids
Introduction: Adult-onset xanthogranuloma (AOX) is a rare, benign inflammatory disorder within the spectrum of non-Langerhans cell histiocytosis, often manifesting as localised skin lesions in middle-aged adults and frequently misdiagnos...
06
DOI 10.3126/nepjoph.v18i35.86246
Open DOI
Why Do People Remain Cataract Blind Despite Easily Accessible, Affordable Quality Service? Four-year Community-based Study
Introduction: Cataract is a common cause of blindness in spite of providing free or subsidised cataract surgery in Indian subcontinent. Objective: To understand why patients do not undergo cataract surgery despite availability of service...
07
DOI 10.3126/nepjoph.v18i35.87203
Open DOI
Management of Exposure Keratopathy Associated with Crouzon Syndrome
Introduction: Crouzon syndrome is a genetic craniofacial disorder characterised by premature fusion of cranial sutures, often leading to significant ocular complications such as exposure keratopathy. Case: This case report discusses the ...
08
DOI 10.3126/nepjoph.v18i35.88767
Open DOI
Keratomalacia in a Neonate Born to a Mother with Night Blindness: A Case Report
Introduction: Xerophthalmia, caused by vitamin A deficiency, is a significant public health problem that can lead tosevere ocular surface damage, including keratomalacia and permanent blindness if not promptly treated. Case: A 26-day-old...
09
DOI 10.3126/nepjoph.v18i35.89269
Open DOI
Role of ‘Community Grief Counsellors’ in Enhancing Eye Donations
Introduction: Corneal blindness remains a major public health concern, with a persistent shortage of donor corneas despite awareness initiatives. Ambulance drivers and freezer box service providers, due to their close interaction with be...
10
DOI 10.3126/nepjoph.v18i35.92293
Open DOI
Competency-based Ophthalmology Training: Are We Truly Assessing Skills?
Competency-based medical education (CBME) has gradually replaced traditional time-based training models across many specialties, including ophthalmology. At its core lies a simple yet powerful principle: advancement in training should be...
Bibliographical & Catalog Notes
Latest issue consulted: Vol. 1, no. 1, issue 1 (Jan./June 2009).
Also issued online.