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Annals of Surgery

Annals of Surgery is a journal published on the Lippincott Williams & Wilkins platform.

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Subject Surgery

Impact Factor 6.4

Quartile Q1

Open Access Type Closed

ISSN 0003-4932

eISSN 1528-1140

Invitation Only No

Cost Range Optional open access APC applies on acceptance; color reproduction may incur additional charges.

Submission Instructions

Annals of Surgery accepts the following article types. Click on an article type to view submission instructions.

Original Study

Cover Letter Cover letter is required. Cover letter must state that the manuscript has been seen and approved by all authors and, if color figures are submitted, whether the authors are willing to meet possible color reproduction costs.

Abstract Abstract is required. Abstract must not exceed 250 words. Abstract must be structured. Abstract must include Objective, Summary Background Data, Methods, Results, and Conclusions.

Manuscript Text must not exceed 3,000 words excluding abstract, references, tables, and figures. Manuscript must include a formal title page and use a structured abstract. A mini-abstract of no more than three sentences or 50 words is required, and any use of AI tools in writing, image or graphical production, or data collection and analysis must be disclosed in the Materials and Methods or similar section, including the tool used and how it was used.

References References must not exceed 50. References must be cited numerically in the text in order of appearance. If a reference has more than three authors, list only the first three followed by "et al".

Figures & Tables A maximum combined total of 5 tables and figures may be included for print publication, with additional tables and figures allowed as online-only supplemental digital content. Tables and figures must be submitted separately and must not be embedded in the manuscript text file. Each table must be on a separate page with its title and footnotes, and figure legends must be provided on a separate manuscript page after the references.

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Randomized Control Trials

Abstract Abstract is required. Abstract must not exceed 250 words. Abstract must be structured. Abstract must include Objective, Summary Background Data, Methods, Results, and Conclusions.

Manuscript Text must not exceed 3,000 words, excluding abstract, references, tables, and figures. The manuscript must include disclosure of any AI tool use in writing, image or graphical production, or data collection and analysis in the Materials and Methods or similar section, specifying the tool used and how it was used.

References References must not exceed 50. References must be cited numerically in the text in order of appearance, listed at the end of the manuscript, and when a reference has more than three authors only the first three should be named followed by et al.

Figures & Tables A maximum combined total of 5 tables and figures may be included for print publication, with additional tables and figures allowed as online-only supplemental digital content. Tables must be submitted separately from the manuscript text file, each figure must be submitted as a separate file, and neither tables nor figures should be embedded in the manuscript. Each table must be on a separate page with its title and footnotes, and figure legends must be provided on a separate manuscript page after the references.

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Review Paper

Abstract Abstract is required. Abstract must not exceed 250 words. Abstract must be structured. Abstract must include Objective, Summary Background Data, Methods, Results, and Conclusions.

Manuscript Text must not exceed 5,000 words, excluding abstract, references, tables, and figures. A mini-abstract of no more than about three sentences or 50 words is required, and any use of AI tools in manuscript writing, image or graphical production, or data collection and analysis must be disclosed in the Materials and Methods or similar section, including how and which tool was used.

References References must not exceed 75. References must be cited numerically in the text in order of appearance, and if a reference has more than three authors, only the first three should be listed followed by "et al".

Figures & Tables A maximum combined total of 5 tables and figures may be included for print publication, with additional tables and figures allowed as online-only supplemental digital content. Tables must be submitted separately from the manuscript text file and not embedded in the manuscript, and each figure must be submitted as a separate file rather than embedded in the text. Each table must be on a separate page with its title and footnotes, and figure legends must be submitted on a separate manuscript page after the references.

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Meta-Analysis

Cover Letter Cover letter is required and must include a statement that the manuscript has been seen and approved by all authors. Cover letter must state that all authors approved the manuscript and, if color figures are submitted, whether the authors are willing to pay color reproduction costs.

Abstract Abstract is required. Abstract must not exceed 250 words. Abstract must be structured. Abstract must include the headings Objective, Summary Background Data, Methods, Results, and Conclusions.

Manuscript Text must not exceed 5,000 words, excluding abstract, references, tables, and figures. Manuscript must describe a systematic search and selection process for included articles and critically evaluate them, and it must describe the specific type of study or analysis for each article or data source. A mini-abstract of no more than about three sentences or 50 words is required, and any use of AI tools in writing, image or graphical production, or data collection and analysis must be disclosed in the Materials and Methods or similar section.

References References must not exceed 75. References must be cited numerically in the text in order of appearance. If a reference has more than three authors, list only the first three followed by "et al".

Figures & Tables A maximum combined total of 7 tables and figures may be included for print publication, with additional tables and figures allowed as online-only supplemental digital content. Tables and figures must be submitted separately from the manuscript text file and should not be embedded in it. Each table must be on a separate page with its title and footnotes, and figure legends must be provided on a separate manuscript page after the references.

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Research Letters

Cover Letter Cover letter is required. Cover letter must state that the manuscript has been seen and approved by all authors, explain any possible duplicate publication, and indicate willingness to pay color reproduction costs if color figures are submitted.

Abstract Abstract must not be included.

Manuscript Text must not exceed 700 words. Manuscript must include Introduction, Methods, Results, and Discussion sections. Use of AI tools in manuscript writing, image or graphical production, or data collection and analysis must be disclosed in the Materials and Methods or similar section, and conflicts of interest and sources of funding must be stated in the manuscript.

References References must not exceed 10. References must be cited numerically in the text in order of appearance, placed at the end of the manuscript, and list only the first three authors followed by "et al" when there are more than three authors.

Figures & Tables No more than 2 tables or figures may be included. Tables and figures must be submitted separately and must not be embedded in the manuscript text file. Each table must be on a separate page with its title and footnotes, and figure legends must be provided on a separate manuscript page after the references.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does it take to publish?

Proof corrections are required within 24 to 48 hours of receipt. Open access APC payment is due within 30 days of acceptance.

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Is a cover letter required?

A cover letter should contain a statement that the manuscript has been seen and approved by all authors. If color figures are submitted, the letter should state whether the authors are willing to meet possible color reproduction costs. Preprint publication must be disclosed in the cover letter.

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What are the publication costs?

Hybrid open access journal with an optional APC charged on acceptance for articles published open access.

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Research Topics

Pancreatic and Hepatic Oncology Research Cardiac, Anesthesia and Surgical Outcomes Gallbladder and Bile Duct Disorders Esophageal and GI Pathology Colorectal Cancer Surgical Treatments Gastrointestinal disorders and treatments Hepatocellular Carcinoma Treatment and Prognosis Organ Transplantation Techniques and Outcomes Pancreatitis Pathology and Treatment Hernia repair and management Gastric Cancer Management and Outcomes Cholangiocarcinoma and Gallbladder Cancer Studies History of Medical Practice Diversity and Career in Medicine Esophageal Cancer Research and Treatment Appendicitis Diagnosis and Management Diverticular Disease and Complications Liver Disease and Transplantation Surgical Simulation and Training Abdominal Trauma and Injuries Biliary and Gastrointestinal Fistulas Enhanced Recovery After Surgery Intestinal and Peritoneal Adhesions Abdominal Surgery and Complications Pediatric Hepatobiliary Diseases and Treatments

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