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This study provides a comprehensive bibliometric mapping of research related to environmental factors that contribute to the transmission of tuberculosis (TB) in developing countries. By analyzing publications indexed in major scientific databases over the past decade, the study identifies key themes, research trends, and influential scholarly contributions within this field. Environmental determinants, such as household crowding, inadequate sanitation, poor air quality, limited ventilation, and socio-economic disparities persist as major drivers of TB incidence in resource-limited settings. The bibliometric approach enables researchers to visualize collaborative networks among authors, countries, and institutions, thereby revealing how scientific communities across regions address similar public health challenges. Keyword co-occurrence analyses highlight emerging areas of interest, including urban environmental health, climate-related risks, and community-level prevention strategies. Furthermore, the mapping illustrates shifts in research focus from purely biomedical perspectives toward more holistic environmental and social determinants of health. The findings of this bibliometric analysis provide valuable insights for policymakers, researchers, and public health practitioners to strengthen targeted interventions, promote interdisciplinary collaboration, and guide future research priorities aimed at reducing the burden of TB in developing countries.

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Tuberculosis Bibliometrics Trend Analysis Air Quality

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Asrianto, L. O., Hamka, & Sahabuddin, E. S. (2026). Bibliometric Mapping of Environmental Factors as Determinants of Tuberculosis Transmission in Developing Countries. Sang Pencerah: Jurnal Ilmiah Universitas Muhammadiyah Buton, 12(1), 11–34. https://doi.org/10.35326/pencerah.v12i1.8196
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