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Recent Publications
Frequently Asked Questions
Research Topics
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JDDG: Journal der Deutschen Dermatologischen Gesellschaft is a dermatology journal publishing scientific papers across dermatovenereology, allergology, phlebology, dermatosurgery, dermatooncology, and dermatohistopathology. It also includes information on medical training, continuing education, a calendar of events, book reviews, and society announcements. Papers can be submitted in German or English; in print all articles are published in German, and online key articles are published in English.
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Subject
Dermatology
Impact Factor
3.8
Quartile
Q1
Open Access Type
Hybrid
ISSN
1610-0379
eISSN
1610-0387
Invitation Only
No
Cost Range
No publication charges.
Submission Instructions
Journal Der Deutschen Dermatologischen Gesellschaft accepts the following article types. Click on an article type to view submission instructions.
Reviews
Cover Letter
Cover letter is required and must state the manuscript category and that the paper has not been published previously, is not under consideration elsewhere, and will not be submitted elsewhere before a decision is reached. Cover letter must identify the manuscript category and include a statement that the work has not been published previously, is not submitted elsewhere, and will not be submitted elsewhere before a decision is reached.
Abstract
An abstract is required for Reviews. Abstract must be unstructured and must not exceed 200 words. Abstract must be unstructured.
Manuscript
Reviews should not exceed 3000 words of body text. Manuscript must indicate whether AI translation tools were used and confirm that the accuracy of the terminology has been checked by the authors.
References
Reviews should not exceed 50 references. References must be numbered consecutively in order of citation, cited in the text with superscript numbers, use standard Medline journal title abbreviations, list all 4 authors when there are 4, list 3 authors followed by “et al” when there are more than 4, and include an access date for online references with a URL.
Figures & Tables
Page 3 and following must contain the main text, references, figures, and tables. Figures and tables must be numbered consecutively in the order cited in the text, and the terms “Figure” and “Table” must not be abbreviated.
Original Articles
Cover Letter
A cover letter is required and must state the manuscript category. The cover letter must declare that the paper has not been published previously or submitted elsewhere and will not be submitted elsewhere before a decision is reached.
Abstract
A structured abstract is required for Original Articles. Abstract must not exceed 200 words. Abstract must be structured into four sections. Abstract headings must be background and objectives, patients and methods, results, and conclusions.
Manuscript
Body text should not exceed 3000 words. Main text must be organized as introduction, patients/material and methods, results, discussion, and conflict of interest. Authors must indicate whether AI translation tools were used and confirm that the accuracy of the terminology has been checked by the authors.
References
References should not exceed 50. References must be numbered consecutively in citation order, cited with superscript numbers, use standard Medline journal abbreviations, list all 4 authors when there are 4 and list 3 authors followed by et al when there are more than 4, and include an access date for online references with a URL.
Figures & Tables
Page 3 and following must contain the proper text, references, figures, and tables. Figures and tables must be numbered consecutively in the order they are cited in the text, and the labels Figure and Table must not be abbreviated.
Mini-Reviews
Cover Letter
A cover letter is required. Cover letter must declare that the manuscript is not published or under consideration elsewhere and must state the intended manuscript category.
Abstract
An abstract is required. Abstract must not exceed 200 words. Abstract must be unstructured.
Manuscript
Body text should not exceed 1500 words. Authors must indicate whether AI translation tools were used and confirm that the terminology has been checked for accuracy.
References
References should not exceed 25. References must be numbered consecutively in order of citation and cited in the text with superscript numbers, with all 4 authors listed for 4-author papers and the first 3 authors followed by et al for papers with more than 4 authors.
Figures & Tables
Figures and tables combined should not exceed 3. Figures and tables must appear in the manuscript after the text. Figures and tables must be numbered consecutively in the order cited, and the labels Figure and Table must not be abbreviated.
Guidelines
Cover Letter
A cover letter is required and must declare exclusive submission and identify the intended manuscript category. The cover letter must state that the paper has not been published previously or submitted elsewhere, will not be submitted elsewhere before a decision is reached, and specify the manuscript category.
Abstract
An abstract is required. Abstract must not exceed 200 words.
Manuscript
Guidelines up to 5000 words are usually published in full, and longer submissions require a journal summary of no more than eight print pages or 5000 words. Authors must indicate whether AI translation tools were used and confirm that the terminology has been checked for accuracy.
References
References must be numbered consecutively in order of citation, cited in the text with superscript numbers, use standard Medline journal abbreviations, list all 4 authors when there are 4 and otherwise list 3 authors followed by “et al”.
Figures & Tables
Page 3 onward must contain the main text, references, figures, and tables. Figures and tables must be numbered consecutively in the order cited in the text, and the labels “Figure” and “Table” must not be abbreviated.
Correspondence
Cover Letter
Cover letter is required. Cover letter must declare exclusive submission and state that the manuscript is intended for the Correspondence category.
Abstract
Abstract is required. Abstract must not exceed 200 words.
Manuscript
Manuscript must not exceed 750 words. Manuscript must be formatted in one continuous section. Manuscript must include an indication of whether AI translation tools were used and confirmation that the terminology has been checked by the authors.
References
References must not exceed 10. References must be numbered consecutively in order of citation, cited in the text with superscript numbers, use standard Medline journal title abbreviations, list all 4 authors when there are 4, and list 3 authors followed by “et al” when there are more than 4.
Figures & Tables
Figures and tables combined must not exceed 3. Figures and tables must appear on page 3 and following with the text. Figures and tables must be numbered consecutively in the order cited in the text, and the words “Figure” and “Table” must not be abbreviated.
Clinical Letters
Cover Letter
A cover letter is required. Cover letter must state that the manuscript has not been published previously or submitted elsewhere, will not be submitted elsewhere before a decision is reached, and specify the intended manuscript category.
Abstract
An abstract is required. Abstract must not exceed 200 words.
Manuscript
Manuscript must not exceed 750 words. Manuscript must be formatted as one continuous section. Authors must indicate whether AI translation tools were used and confirm that the terminology has been checked by the authors.
References
References must not exceed 10. References must be numbered consecutively in order of citation, cited in the text as superscript numbers, use standard Medline journal abbreviations, list all 4 authors when there are 4, and list 3 authors followed by “et al” when there are more than 4.
Figures & Tables
Figures and tables combined must not exceed 3. Figures and tables must be numbered consecutively in the order in which they occur in the text, and the terms “Figure” and “Table” must not be abbreviated.
Scientific Letters
Cover Letter
Cover letter is required and must state that the manuscript has not been published previously or submitted elsewhere and must identify the intended category. Cover letter must declare exclusive submission and specify that the manuscript is intended as a Scientific Letter.
Abstract
An abstract is required. Abstract must not exceed 200 words. Abstract structure is not specified.
Manuscript
Manuscript must not exceed 750 words. Manuscript must be formatted in one continuous section. Authors must indicate whether AI translation tools were used and confirm that the terminology has been checked by the authors.
References
References must not exceed 10. References must be numbered consecutively in order of citation in the text and cited with superscript numbers, using standard Medline journal abbreviations and listing all 4 authors when there are 4 or the first 3 followed by et al when there are more than 4.
Figures & Tables
Figures and tables combined must not exceed 3. Figures and tables must appear in the manuscript after the references as part of page 3 and following. Figures and tables must be numbered consecutively in the order cited in the text, and the labels “Figure” and “Table” must not be abbreviated.
Recent Publications
Efficient triage and improved patient care: Five years of teledermatology in Styria
Arzberger Edith, Bordag Natalie, Hofmann‐Wellenhof Elena, Freytag Leo, Hofmann‐Wellenhof Rainer
10.1111/ddg.70097
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Development and validation of the Essen Melanoma Quality of Life Inventory (EMQoLI)
Venja Musche, Theresa Schadendorf, Adam Schweda, Georg Lodde, Jessica Neumann, Lisa Zimmer, Svea Hüning, Dirk Schadendorf, Eva‐Maria Skoda, Elisabeth Livingstone, Martin Teufel
10.1111/ddg.15998
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Sonidegib efficacy and safety in ultra‐nonagenarian patients
Camilla Brunello, Andrea Corio, Marco Zanette, Raffaele Dante Caposiena Caro, Iris Zalaudek, Nicola di Meo
10.1111/ddg.70307
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Attitudes of dermatological patients towards digital health interventions: a cross‐sectional survey and cluster analysis
Patrick Reinders, Matthias Augustin, Marina Otten
10.1111/ddg.70010
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Safety of biologic therapy in psoriasis patients with a previous malignancy: Retrospective study using TriNetX
Alfonso Gotor‐Rivera, Julia Hernández‐Sánchez, Eva Chamorro‐Jiménez, Emilia García‐Rivera, Pablo Ortiz‐Romero, Carmen García‐Donoso, Raquel Rivera‐Díaz
10.1111/ddg.70051
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Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to publish?
11 days submission to first decision (median).
Reformat to Journal Der Deutschen Dermatologischen Gesellschaft using Livewrite PremiumIs a cover letter required?
A cover letter is required and must declare that the paper has not been published previously or submitted elsewhere and must state the intended manuscript category. Authors submitting to specific sections are requested to indicate the intended section on the title page and in the cover letter.
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No publication charges.
Reformat to Journal Der Deutschen Dermatologischen Gesellschaft using Livewrite PremiumResearch Topics
Dermatology and Skin Diseases
Cutaneous lymphoproliferative disorders research
Autoimmune Bullous Skin Diseases
Nail Diseases and Treatments
Medicine and Dermatology Studies History
Autoimmune and Inflammatory Disorders
Cutaneous Melanoma Detection and Management
Eosinophilic Disorders and Syndromes
Nonmelanoma Skin Cancer Studies
Contact Dermatitis and Allergies
Urticaria and Related Conditions
Allergic Rhinitis and Sensitization
Genetic and rare skin diseases.
Cancer and Skin Lesions
Psoriasis: Treatment and Pathogenesis
Dermatological and Skeletal Disorders
Skin and Cellular Biology Research
Dermatologic Treatments and Research
Fungal Infections and Studies
Drug-Induced Adverse Reactions
Medical History and Research
Tumors and Oncological Cases
Skin Diseases and Diabetes
Food Allergy and Anaphylaxis Research
Acne and Rosacea Treatments and Effects