Manuscript Preparation
GJMS adheres to the ICMJE (International Committee of Medical Journal Editors) recommendations. Manuscripts should be written in clear, concise English and submitted in Microsoft Word (.doc or .docx) format.
| Element | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Abstract | Structured (Background, Methods, Results, Conclusions); Max 300 words. |
| Keywords | 3 to 6 MeSH terms. |
| Word Count | Original Research: 3,500 words; Case Reports: 1,500 words. |
| References | AMA Style (Vancouver); numbered in order of citation. |
Visual Structure Guide
To ensure consistency, GJMS requires all manuscripts to follow a standardized layout. Below is a visual representation of how your document should be organized.
[Full Title of the Manuscript Here]
Note: Omit author names for the blinded version
ABSTRACT
Background: [2-3 sentences explaining the clinical problem...]
Methods: [Summary of study design and participants...]
Results: [Main findings with key statistical data...]
Conclusions: [Practical implications of the results...]
Keywords: [Keyword 1; Keyword 2; Keyword 3...]
INTRODUCTION
Start your introduction here. Provide context, state the objective of the study, and briefly mention why the research is significant in modern surgery.
METHODS
Detail the study population, surgical techniques used, and statistical analysis performed. Ensure ethical approval is mentioned.
Page 1: Title and Abstract Layout
Publication Ethics
We take research integrity seriously. All submitted work is screened for plagiarism using cross-check software. Authors must disclose any potential conflicts of interest at the time of submission.
Patient Privacy
For case reports, written informed consent for publication must be obtained from the patient. De-identify all radiographic images and clinical photos.