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The Journal of Urology publishes urology research and clinical articles and features current issues, featured content, and highly read and cited articles.
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Subject
Urology & Nephrology
Impact Factor
6.8
Quartile
Q1
Open Access Type
Closed
ISSN
0022-5347
eISSN
1527-3792
Invitation Only
No
Cost Range
US individual subscription rate: US $1,289 in the US and US $1,785 outside the US; institutional subscription rate: US $1,828 in the US and US $2,387 outside the US.
Submission Instructions
The Journal of Urology accepts the following article types. Click on an article type to view submission instructions.
Clinical Investigative Articles
Cover Letter
Cover Letter requirements are not specified.
Abstract
Abstract is required and must not exceed 250 words. Abstract must not exceed 250 words. Abstract must be structured. Abstract must use the headings Purpose, Materials and Methods, Results and Conclusions.
Manuscript
Any use of AI tools in writing, image production, or data collection and analysis must be disclosed in the Materials and Methods or similar section.
References
References must be formatted in AMA style. References must be cited by superscript numbers in the order they appear in the text.
Figures & Tables
Figures and tables should be kept to a necessary minimum.
Survey Articles
Cover Letter
Cover Letter requirements are not specified.
Abstract
Abstract must not exceed 250 words. Abstract must be structured. Abstract must use the headings Purpose, Materials and Methods, Results and Conclusions.
Manuscript
Manuscript must disclose how AI tools were used in the Materials and Methods or similar section if they were used in writing, image production, or data collection and analysis.
References
References must be formatted in AMA style. References must be cited by superscript numbers in the order they appear in the text.
Figures & Tables
Digital illustrations and tables should be kept to a necessary minimum.
Original Clinical Research Articles
Cover Letter
Cover Letter requirements are not specified.
Abstract
Abstract is required for Original Clinical Research Articles. Abstract must not exceed 250 words. Abstract must be structured. Abstract must use the headings Purpose, Materials and Methods, Results and Conclusions.
Manuscript
Manuscript is limited to 3,000 words. Manuscript should be arranged as Title Page, Abstract, Introduction, Materials and Methods, Results, Discussion, Conclusions, References, Tables, and Figure Captions. Title page may include up to 5 keywords, which must be National Library of Medicine indexed MeSH terms, and the manuscript must disclose any AI tool use in the Materials and Methods or similar section.
References
References are limited to 30. References must be formatted in AMA style. References should be cited by superscript numbers in the order they appear in the text.
Figures & Tables
No more than 10 illustrations should accompany the manuscript. Tables should be submitted as Word files so they can be edited and formatted for production. Tables should be numbered and referred to in the text in numerical order.
Review Articles
Cover Letter
Cover Letter requirements are not specified.
Abstract
Abstract must not exceed 350 words. Abstract must use the headings Purpose, Materials and Methods, Results and Conclusions.
Manuscript
Manuscript is limited to 4,000 words. Manuscript must be prepared in the same format as an Original Clinical Article. 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 are limited to 50. References must be formatted in AMA style. References must be cited by superscript numbers in the order they appear in the text.
Figures & Tables
Digital illustrations and tables should be kept to a necessary minimum.
Practice Oriented Reports
Cover Letter
Cover Letter requirements are not specified.
Abstract
Abstract is required and must not exceed 250 words. Abstract must not exceed 250 words. Abstract must be structured. Abstract must use the headings Purpose, Materials and Methods, Results and Conclusions.
Manuscript
Any use of AI tools must be disclosed in the Materials and Methods or a similar section.
References
References must be formatted in AMA style. References must be cited by superscript numbers in the order they appear in the text.
Figures & Tables
Figures and tables should be kept to a necessary minimum. Tables should be submitted as Word files.
New Technology, Digital Health, And Artificial Intelligence
Cover Letter
Cover Letter requirements are not specified.
Abstract
Abstract is required and must not exceed 250 words. Abstract must not exceed 250 words. Abstract must be structured. Abstract must use the headings Purpose, Materials and Methods, Results and Conclusions.
Manuscript
Article must use the same format as an Original Clinical Article. Any use of AI tools in writing, image production, or data collection and analysis must be disclosed in the Materials and Methods or similar section.
References
References must be formatted in AMA style. References must be cited by superscript numbers in the order they appear in the text.
Figures & Tables
Figures and tables should be kept to a necessary minimum.
Letters To The Editor
Cover Letter
Cover Letter requirements are not specified.
Abstract
Abstract requirements are not specified.
Manuscript
Manuscript must not exceed 500 words. If AI tools were used in writing, image production, or data collection and analysis, their use must be disclosed in the Materials and Methods or a similar section.
References
References must not exceed 5. References must be formatted in AMA style. References should be cited by superscript numbers in the order they appear in the text.
Figures & Tables
Figures & Tables requirements are not specified.
Recent Publications
Bladder, Penis, and Urethral Cancers and Basic Principles of Oncology
Chad R. Ritch
10.1097/ju.0000000000005136
View Publication
Journal of Urology Survey Abstracts: Craig Niederberger July
Craig S. Niederberger
10.1097/ju.0000000000005133
View Publication
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to publish?
Initial decision within weeks of original submission. Accepted articles are posted online in fully citable form within 1 to 2 weeks.
Reformat to The Journal of Urology using Livewrite PremiumIs a cover letter required?
A cover letter accompanies page proofs. No submission cover letter requirement is stated.
Reformat to The Journal of Urology using Livewrite PremiumWhat are the publication costs?
US individual subscription rate: US $1,289 in the US and US $1,785 outside the US; institutional subscription rate: US $1,828 in the US and US $2,387 outside the US.
Reformat to The Journal of Urology using Livewrite PremiumResearch Topics
Urological Disorders and Treatments
Prostate Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment
Bladder and Urothelial Cancer Treatments
Urinary Bladder and Prostate Research
Pediatric Urology and Nephrology Studies
Prostate Cancer Treatment and Research
Pelvic floor disorders treatments
Urologic and reproductive health conditions
Ureteral procedures and complications
Kidney Stones and Urolithiasis Treatments
Renal cell carcinoma treatment
Urinary and Genital Oncology Studies
Urinary Tract Infections Management
Sexual function and dysfunction studies
Genital Health and Disease
Renal and related cancers
Sexual Differentiation and Disorders
Renal and Vascular Pathologies
Hormonal and reproductive studies
Testicular diseases and treatments
Healthcare Policy and Management
Sperm and Testicular Function
Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine
Organ Donation and Transplantation
Hernia repair and management
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