Impact Factor
1.72
Journal Citation Impact
Estimated influence, citation density, publishing volume, and citation integrity from the analytics table.
Citation rate
0.51
22 total citations
h5-index
6
h5 depth signal
Cited share
28.9%
13 of 45
Total citations
22
Citation footprint
Metric signal
0.64
External metric anchor
Self-citation
0.0%
0 self-citations
Citations Trend
Monthly Publications Cadence
Citing Geographic Demographics
Japan
223
United States
17
United Kingdom
15
India
8
Grenada
5
Citing Fields of Research
Musculoskeletal Disorders
40
Abdominal Surgery
35
Digestive Disorders
25
Oncology
20
Vascular Disorders
19
Publishing Activity & Reach
Volume, recency, access pattern, and citing-community signals from the journal analytics record.
All-time article footprint
2,137
Articles tracked across the journal lifetime
Indexed publication set
45
13 cited publications
Last 12 months
30
15.0 publications/month
Open access share
76.7%
23 OA publications in the last year
Leading citing country
Japan
223 citing publications
Leading citing field
Musculoskeletal Disorders
40 citing publications
Latest tracked publication
1 January 2026
10 recent records available
Coverage & Indexing History
v11, 1964?-v19n1, 1972; v26n1, 1979-
v11, 1964?-v19n1, 1972; v26n1, 1979-
Active Coverage
Active Coverage
Research Focus & Classification
Indexed Subjects
Musculoskeletal Disorders
Vascular Disorders
Obstetrics/Gynecology
Liver Diseases
Reproductive Health
Nervous System Disorders
Cardiology
Issuing & Sponsoring Bodies
Contributor
Kurume Daigaku. Igakubu
Broad Categories
Medicine
Digestive Disorders
Nervous System Disorders
Musculoskeletal & Nerve Cancer
Abdominal Surgery
Musculoskeletal Disorders
Vascular Disorders
Neurodevelopmental Disorders
MeSH Descriptors
Medicine
Latest Publications
Recent article records with DOI-first linking and condensed abstracts.
01
DOI 10.2739/kurumemedj.ms7312010
Open DOI
Metabolic Regulation of Body Size Determination by Genetic and Environmental Factors
Summary: Background: Body size emerges from the interplay of genetic programs and early-life environments, but the immediate executors of growth are metabolic factors.Content: This review reframes stature as a readout of fuel allocation ...
02
DOI 10.2739/kurumemedj.ms7312007
Open DOI
Determinant Factors From Transvaginal Ultrasonography for the Intervention of Retained Products of Conception: A Retrospective Analysis of 61 Cases
Summary: Objective: This study aimed to retrospectively analyze the determining factors for intervention in patients with retained products of conception (RPOC).Methods: We included 61 patients diagnosed with RPOC at our institute from J...
03
DOI 10.2739/kurumemedj.ms7312001
Open DOI
Anger among Mental Healthcare Nurses in Japan: In the Context of Workplace Violence
Summary: Anger may arise following harmful experiences such as violence, and managing anger may be crucial for the mental health of those working in environments prone to physical or verbal abuse, such as psychiatric wards. Although ange...
04
DOI 10.2739/kurumemedj.ms7312012
Open DOI
Virtual Reality in Surgical Training: A Comprehensive Study on Educational Efficacy, Memory Enhancement, and Mental State for Clinical Clerkship Students
Summary: Virtual Reality (VR) is increasingly used in surgical education. This study examines the impact of VR-integrated training on learning, memory, and psychological responses. A prototype VR system with immersive OR views was tested...
05
DOI 10.2739/kurumemedj.ms7312011
Open DOI
Necrotizing Fasciitis After Cesarean Section: A Case Report
Summary: Necrotizing fasciitis (NF) is a rapidly progressive, life-threatening soft-tissue infection requiring prompt diagnosis and aggressive surgical intervention. Although approximately 20% of NF cases arise from postoperative infecti...
06
DOI 10.2739/kurumemedj.ms7312006
Open DOI
Pilot Study Investigating the Safety and Efficacy of Metallic Stent Insertion for Ileocolonic Anastomotic Strictures Related to Crohn’s Disease: A Study Protocol
Summary: Introduction: Lower gastrointestinal tract stenoses are commonly treated with surgery or endoscopic balloon dilation. We conducted a clinical trial to investigate a novel endoscopic treatment called radial incision and cutting (...
07
DOI 10.2739/kurumemedj.ms7312009
Open DOI
Management and Outcomes of Acute Coronary Syndrome during and after the COVID-19 Pandemic in Kurume City: A Multicenter Observational Study
Summary: Background: The impact of the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic on acute coronary syndrome (ACS) care has varied widely across regions. Data from stable regional healthcare systems remain limited, particularly regardi...
08
DOI 10.2739/kurumemedj.ms7312008
Open DOI
Clinical Outcomes of Low-Grade Appendiceal Mucinous Neoplasms in a Single Institution
Summary: Objectives: Low-grade appendiceal mucinous neoplasm (LAMN) is a rare tumor with limited malignant potential but a risk of pseudomyxoma peritonei (PMP) if perforation occurs. We aimed to characterize clinicopathological features,...
09
DOI 10.2739/kurumemedj.ms7312002
Open DOI
Developmental and Healing Processes of Uterine Artery Pseudoaneurysm After Non-Traumatic Delivery Followed by Transarterial Embolism: Sequential Observations in a Case Depicting Using Superb Microvascular Imaging
Summary: We report a case of uterine artery pseudoaneurysm in which the developmental process of pseudoaneurysm was, for the first time to our knowledge, depicted using superb microvascular imaging (SMI). The patient became pregnant natu...
10
DOI 10.2739/kurumemedj.ms7312003
Open DOI
Acute Sheehan Syndrome Due to Postpartum Hemorrhage with Hypoglycemia 9 Hours After Cesarean Section: A Case Report and Literature Review
Summary: Sheehan syndrome is a pituitary injury caused by a postpartum hemorrhage that results in hormonal deficiency. Although typically diagnosed later, it rarely presents in the immediate postpartum period. A 35-year-old woman (gravid...
Bibliographical & Catalog Notes
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