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Clinical Oncology

Clinical Oncology is a multidisciplinary cancer journal covering all aspects of the clinical management of cancer patients, including pathology, diagnosis, therapy, radiotherapy, and systemic treatment. It publishes original research, editorials, and reviews from leading international centres.

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Subject Oncology

Impact Factor 3

Quartile Q2

Open Access Type Hybrid

ISSN 0936-6555

eISSN 1433-2981

Invitation Only No

Cost Range USD 3200 APC excluding taxes for open access articles; no open access publication fee for subscription articles.

Submission Instructions

Clinical Oncology accepts the following article types. Click on an article type to view submission instructions.

Original Articles

Cover Letter A cover letter is required with the submission. Cover letter should briefly state the study's aim, main findings, fit with the journal's scope, novelty, broader implications, and acknowledge any invitation to submit.

Abstract An abstract is required. Abstract must not exceed 300 words. Abstract must be unstructured and concise enough to stand alone.

Manuscript Original Articles must not exceed 3,500 words excluding references and the title page. Manuscript must be divided into clearly defined sections using headings, with statistical methods defined in the Methods section. The submission must include 1 to 6 English keywords, 3 to 5 highlights in a separate editable file, and a generative AI declaration section before the references if such tools were used in manuscript preparation.

References References must use a numbered style with citations in square brackets. References must be listed in the order cited in the text, and if a work has more than 6 authors the first 6 must be listed followed by 'et al.'.

Figures & Tables Tables must be submitted as editable text and figures must be supplied as separate files alongside the manuscript. All tables and figures must be cited in the text, numbered in order of appearance, and accompanied by captions, with any generative AI-created images disclosed in the relevant image captions.

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Overview Articles

Cover Letter A cover letter is required and should be short, focused, and ideally less than one page. The cover letter should state the study's aim and main findings, explain fit with the journal's scope, emphasize novelty and broader implications, and acknowledge an invitation if applicable.

Abstract An abstract is required. Abstract must not exceed 300 words. Abstract must be prefaced by a statement detailing the search strategies used and sources of information. The abstract must be prefaced by a statement detailing the search strategies used and sources of information.

Manuscript Manuscript must not exceed 3,500 words, excluding references and the title page. Manuscript must be divided into clearly defined sections using headings. The submission must include 1 to 6 English keywords, 3 to 5 highlights submitted as a separate editable file, and a generative AI disclosure section before the references if such tools were used in manuscript preparation.

References References must be cited numerically in square brackets and listed in the order of appearance. For references with more than 6 authors, list the first 6 authors followed by 'et al.', and abbreviate journal names according to LTWA.

Figures & Tables Tables must be submitted as editable text, and figures, images, diagrams, and other graphical media must be supplied as separate files along with the manuscript. All tables and figures must be cited in the text, numbered in order of appearance, and provided with captions.

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Correspondence To The Editor

Abstract Abstract requirements are not specified.

Manuscript Correspondence To The Editor must not exceed 300 words. Manuscript must be divided into clearly defined sections using headings. Submission must include 1 to 6 English keywords, 3 to 5 highlights in a separate editable file, and a generative AI disclosure section before the references if such tools were used in manuscript preparation.

References References must be cited by number in square brackets, listed in the reference list in order of appearance, and for works with more than 6 authors the first 6 authors must be followed by 'et al.'.

Figures & Tables Figures must be uploaded as separate files, while tables must be provided as editable text. All figures and tables must be cited in the text, numbered in order of appearance, and accompanied by captions, with table notes placed below the table body.

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Editorials

Cover Letter A cover letter must be included with the submission. The cover letter should briefly state the aim and main findings, explain fit with the journal's scope, emphasize novelty and broader implications, and acknowledge an invitation if applicable.

Abstract Abstract must not exceed 300 words.

Manuscript Editorials must not exceed 1,500 words. Editorials should relate to articles published in the journal or to issues of relevance for the readership. Submission must include 1 to 6 English keywords, 3 to 5 highlights in a separate editable file, acknowledgements in a separate section before the references, CRediT author contribution information, and a generative AI declaration section before the references if applicable.

References References must be cited by number in square brackets and listed in numerical order, consistent with Vancouver-style numbering. References must be numbered in order of appearance, list the first 6 authors followed by 'et al.' when there are more than 6 authors, and use LTWA journal abbreviations.

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Recent Publications

Exploring the Need for Plan Adaptation in Robustly Optimized head and neck Intensity Modulated Proton Therapy: A Dosimetric Perspective from Initial Institutional Experience

Vysakh Raveendran, Shwetabh Sinha, Prattusha Mukherjee, Anuj Kumar, Prakash Hari Shinde, A. Chithambara Prabu, Rohidas Namdeo Punde, Lalit Narendra Chaudhari, Shija Merrin Mathew, Samarpita Mohanty, Monali Swain, Ashwini Budrukkar, Sarbani Ghosh Laskar

10.1016/j.clon.2026.104216

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The relevance of cancer type specific scenarios in predicting primary radiotherapy use in non-metastatic cancer patients in the Netherlands towards 2032

H. Struikmans, J. Evers, J.W. Bauhuis, C.W.M.M. Bloemers, M.L.P. Dirkx, P.A.H. Doornaert, A.W.H. Minken, M.J.C. van der Sangen, S. Siesling, B.J. Slotman, M.J. Bijlsma, M.J. Aarts

10.1016/j.clon.2026.104211

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Broad-spectrum antibiotics are associated with worse survival after radical treatment for glioblastoma multiforme: a multicenter study.

Sean Main, Angela Swampillai, José Lavrador, Omar Al-Salihi, Lucy Brazil, Kazumi Chia, Vishal Manik, Jeng Chin, Enrico Clarke, Miguel Reis Ferreira

10.1016/j.clon.2026.104209

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Proton beam therapy for intracranial germ cell tumors in pediatric, adolescent, and young adult patients: a single-center experience

Yumi Kokubo, Yusuke Demizu, Akifumi Kajihara, Ryosuke Bessho, SungChul Park, Nor Shazrina Sulaiman, Nobuyoshi Fukumitsu, Takeshi Suzuki, Atsufumi Kawamura, Daiichiro Hasegawa, Ryohei Sasaki, Masaki Kokubo, Toshinori Soejima, Sunao Tokumaru

10.1016/j.clon.2026.104207

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Concordance between planned and delivered treatment for head and neck cancer patients treated with curative intent: A real-world comparison of under 70-year-olds with 70-year-olds and over

Sarah Hargreaves, Ioanna Nixon, Kirsten Stewart, Tom Dudding

10.1016/j.clon.2026.104210

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Frequently asked questions

How long does it take to publish?

Submissions judged suitable are typically sent to a minimum of two reviewers. Proof corrections are requested within two days.

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Is a cover letter required?

A cover letter is required with submission. It should be short, focused, explain the study's aim and main findings, show fit with the journal’s aim and scope, emphasize novelty and broader implications, and acknowledge any invitation to submit. It should not include funding information, author declarations, or suggested or opposed reviewers.

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What are the publication costs?

USD 3200 excluding taxes for open access articles; no open access publication fee for subscription articles.

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Research Topics

Advanced Radiotherapy Techniques Advances in Oncology and Radiotherapy Lung Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment Head and Neck Cancer Studies Breast Cancer Treatment Studies Prostate Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment Prostate Cancer Treatment and Research Management of metastatic bone disease Lung Cancer Treatments and Mutations Brain Metastases and Treatment Glioma Diagnosis and Treatment Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment Endometrial and Cervical Cancer Treatments Cancer Treatment and Pharmacology Radiomics and Machine Learning in Medical Imaging Colorectal and Anal Carcinomas Esophageal Cancer Research and Treatment Effects of Radiation Exposure Radiation Therapy and Dosimetry Global Cancer Incidence and Screening Medical Imaging Techniques and Applications Gastric Cancer Management and Outcomes Lung Cancer Research Studies Economic and Financial Impacts of Cancer Colorectal Cancer Surgical Treatments

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