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Journal of Neurogastroenterology and Motility

The Journal of Neurogastroenterology and Motility aims to foster and promote research on motor, sensory, and functional disorders of the gastrointestinal tract and provides a venue for publication in the field of neurogastroenterology and motility.

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Subject Clinical Neurology, Gastroenterology & Hepatology
Impact Factor 3.3
Quartile Q2
Open Access Type Open
ISSN 2093-0879
eISSN 2093-0887
Invitation Only No
Cost Range No article processing charge.

Submission Instructions

Journal of Neurogastroenterology and Motility accepts the following article types. Click on an article type to view submission instructions.

Review

Cover Letter A cover letter must be submitted during the submission process.
Abstract An abstract is required for Reviews. The abstract must not exceed 250 words. The abstract must be structured. The abstract must use the headings Background/Aims, Methods, Results, and Conclusions.
Manuscript The manuscript must not exceed 6000 words excluding references, figure legends, or tables. The manuscript must include 3 to 5 keywords below the abstract.
References The reference list must contain no more than 150 references. References must be cited with superscript Arabic numerals in order of appearance, listed in that same order, list all authors when there are fewer than 7, use the first 3 authors followed by et al. when there are 7 or more, and abbreviate journal names in Index Medicus style.
Figures & Tables The submission must contain at least 2 and no more than 8 figures or tables. Figures must be supplied as separate files, while tables must be uploaded separately or included at the end of the manuscript as editable text. Figure legends must be included in the manuscript file after the References section, and tables must not be submitted as images.
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Meta-Analysis

Cover Letter A cover letter must be submitted during the submission process.
Abstract An abstract is required. Abstract must not exceed 250 words. Abstract must be structured. Abstract must use the headings Background/Aims, Methods, Results, and Conclusions.
Manuscript Manuscript must not exceed 6000 words excluding references, figure legends, or tables. The manuscript must include 3 to 5 keywords below the abstract.
References References are limited to 150 or fewer. References must be cited with superscript Arabic numerals in order of appearance, listed in the same order, list all authors when fewer than 7 and the first 3 followed by et al. when 7 or more, and use Index Medicus journal abbreviations.
Figures & Tables The article must contain at least 2 and no more than 8 figures or tables. Figures must be supplied as separate files, while tables must be uploaded separately or included at the end of the manuscript as editable text. Figure legends must be included in the manuscript file after the Reference section, and tables must not be submitted as images.
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Original Article

Cover Letter A cover letter must be submitted during the submission process.
Abstract Original Articles must include an abstract. The abstract must be 250 words or less. The abstract must be structured. The abstract must use the headings Background/Aims, Methods, Results, and Conclusions.
Manuscript Original Articles must be organized as Abstract, key words, Introduction, Materials and Methods, Results, Discussion, Acknowledgements, References, Tables, and Figure legends. Original Articles must include 3 to 5 MeSH keywords below the abstract, figure legends, and tables with a title and footnotes.
References References must be cited with superscript Arabic numerals in order of appearance, listed numerically in that order, list all authors if fewer than 7 or the first 3 followed by et al. if 7 or more, and use Index Medicus journal abbreviations.
Figures & Tables Electronic figures must be supplied as separate files, while tables must be uploaded separately or included at the end of the manuscript as editable text. Each table must include a title and footnotes, and figure legends must be included in the manuscript file after the References section.
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Letter To The Editor

Cover Letter A cover letter must be submitted during the submission process.
Abstract Abstract must be 250 words or less. Abstract must be structured. Abstract must use the subheadings Background/Aims, Methods, Results, and Conclusions.
Manuscript Letter To The Editor commenting on a journal article must not exceed 400 words, while one containing a brief case report must contain no more than 600 words.
References Letter To The Editor may include no more than 10 references. References must be cited with superscript Arabic numerals in order of appearance, with the reference list numbered in the same order, listing all authors when fewer than 7 and the first 3 followed by et al. when 7 or more.
Figures & Tables Letter To The Editor containing a brief case report is limited to 2 figures. Electronic figures must be supplied as separate files, and tables must be uploaded separately or included at the end of the manuscript as editable text. Tables must not be submitted as images, and figure legends must be included in the manuscript file after the Reference section.
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Recent Publications

Gut–Brain Axis-mediated Neurological Manifestations in Inflammatory Bowel Disease: Mechanisms and Disease Spectrum

Bingchan Sun, Guoxin Wang, Xiaoxia Li, Huimin Liu, Huan Xv, Qifang Wu, Hongtao Li, Xiangrong Ye, Xijin Wang, Mingfu Tong

10.5056/jnm25167
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Mortality in Irritable Bowel Syndrome: The Tohoku Medical Megabank Project Community-based Cohort Study

Kumi Nakaya, Naoki Nakaya, Mana Kogure, Rieko Hatanaka, Ippei Chiba, Masato Takase, Sayuri Tokioka, Taku Obara, Satoshi Nagaie, Tomohiro Nakamura, Motoyori Kanazawa, Soichi Ogishima, Nobuo Fuse, Yoko Izumi, Shin Fukudo, Atsushi Hozawa

10.5056/jnm25142
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Interactive Panometry: Using Proximal Balloon Distension During Functional Lumen Imaging Probe Panometry to Enhance Motility Evaluation of Inhibitory Function

Ofer Z Fass, Muhammed M Alikhan, John E Pandolfino, Meagan Branch, Monica Tapia, Leya Chambo, Peter J Kahrilas, Dustin A Carlson

10.5056/jnm25245
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Asian Neurogastroenterology and Motility Association and Asia-Pacific Association of Gastroenterology Chronic Constipation Consensus 2026

Tanisa Patcharatrakul, Kewin T H Siah, Ari Fahrial Syam, Atsushi Nakajima, Hidekazu Suzuki, Yeong Yeh Lee, Mariko Hojo, Pakkapon Rattanachaisit, Panyavee Pitisuttithum, Sabrina Quek, Tao Bai, Yi Ping Ren, Akihito Nagahara, Andrew Ming- Liang Ong, Chien-Lin Chen, Ching-Liang Lu, Duc Trong Quach, Govind K Makharia, Justin C Y Wu, Kee Wook Jung, Kee Huat Chuah, Linda Zhong, M Masudur Rahman, Tae Hee Lee, Uday C Ghoshal, Xiaohua Hou, Xiucai Fang, Ying-Lian Xiao, Sutep Gonlachanvit

10.5056/jnm26076
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Effectiveness and Patient Satisfaction With Zastaprazan in Real-world Practice: A Large-Scale Prospective Observational Study

Seung In Seo, Kwang Hyun Ahn, Yong Sung Kim

10.5056/jnm26017
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Frequently asked questions

How long does it take to publish?

Peer review uses 2 or more referees for most manuscripts. Appeals may be submitted within 60 days after notification of the review results. The journal publishes quarterly on January 30, April 30, July 30, and October 30.

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Is a cover letter required?

A cover letter is required. The corresponding author must provide written assurance that the submitted material and its portions have not been published previously or are not under consideration by another journal.

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What are the publication costs?

Research Topics

Gastrointestinal motility and disorders Gastroesophageal reflux and treatments Helicobacter pylori-related gastroenterology studies Dysphagia Assessment and Management Esophageal and GI Pathology Eosinophilic Esophagitis Congenital gastrointestinal and neural anomalies Esophageal Cancer Research and Treatment Diet and metabolism studies Pelvic floor disorders treatments Legal and Regulatory Analysis Linguistic, Cultural, and Literary Studies Military Technology and Strategies Gut microbiota and health Infant Health and Development Enhanced Recovery After Surgery Microscopic Colitis Inflammatory Bowel Disease Digestive system and related health Celiac Disease Research and Management Bariatric Surgery and Outcomes Pathogenesis and Treatment of Hiccups Respiratory and Cough-Related Research Nutrition, Health and Food Behavior Ion Channels and Receptors

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