Abstract
ABSTRACT Health research, including drug safety research, is communicated, in part, by being cited; understanding these citations can help determine its reach and impact. We analyzed the uptake of a Canadian Network for Observational Drug Effect Studies study of the heart failure risk of incretin-based drugs using quantitative and qualitative bibliometric approaches. A Scopus® search (2016–2020) returned 127 citing articles, mostly single studies and review articles. Many were also high impact journals, with intended audiences of other researchers, policy makers, and practitioners. Using the Becker Model, 93% contributed to “advancing knowledge.” Research impact can be difficult to establish. We have demonstrated one comprehensive approach that can be further adapted and automated; researchers and funders need to determine the best indicators, tools, and frameworks to use that are feasible and context relevant.
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