Retrospective bibliometric review of female authorship rates in orthopedic journals across regions, indicating significant findings regarding gender disparity.
Key Points
The United Kingdom exhibited the highest rates of female authors across orthopedic journals, emphasizing gender inclusion.
Statistical analysis revealed that East Asia and the UK had significantly higher odds of female first authors compared to the US, indicating regional disparities.
All regions experienced increased female first authorship when paired with a female senior author, suggesting leadership impact.
This analysis highlights the cultural factors in the UK that promote female authorship, offering a model for other countries.