World Journal of Hepatology

metrics 2024

Transforming liver disease understanding through open access.

Introduction

World Journal of Hepatology is a premier academic journal dedicated to advancing the field of hepatology. Published by BAISHIDENG PUBLISHING GROUP INC, this journal serves as a crucial platform for disseminating innovative research findings and critical reviews from around the globe. With its ISSN 1948-5182 and E-ISSN 1948-5182, the journal has established a notable presence since its inception in 2009, covering a wide range of topics relevant to liver diseases, including but not limited to hepatitis, liver cancer, and metabolic liver disorders. Currently ranked 41/82 in the field of hepatology by Scopus, representing the 50th percentile, it has achieved a Q3 quartile ranking in the 2023 category, underscoring its growing influence in the medical community. With a commitment to open access for its readership, the World Journal of Hepatology enriches the global discourse on liver health and disease management, making it an essential resource for researchers, clinicians, and students alike.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.67
Journal Impact Factor2.50
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)2.70
H-Index77
Journal IF Without Self2.50
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.69
Influence0.64
Immediacy Index0.60
Cited Half Life6.90
Citing Half Life5.80
JCI0.45
Total Documents1768
WOS Total Citations4086
SCIMAGO Total Citations15063
SCIMAGO SELF Citations330
Scopus Journal Rank0.67
Cites / Document (2 Years)2.41
Cites / Document (3 Years)2.57
Cites / Document (4 Years)2.71

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Hepatology in Medicine
Rank #41/82
Percentile 50.00
Quartile Q3

IF (Web Of Science)

GASTROENTEROLOGY & HEPATOLOGY
Rank 71/143
Percentile 50.70
Quartile Q2

JCI (Web Of Science)

GASTROENTEROLOGY & HEPATOLOGY
Rank 92/143
Percentile 35.66
Quartile Q3

Quartile History

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