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Subject
Peripheral Vascular Disease, Surgery
Impact Factor
3.6
Quartile
Q1
Open Access Type
Closed
ISSN
0741-5214
eISSN
1097-6809
Invitation Only
No
Cost Range
Open access publication fee: US $4010, excluding taxes.
Submission Instructions
Journal of Vascular Surgery accepts the following article types. Click on an article type to view submission instructions.
Clinical Research
Cover Letter
Cover Letter requirements are not specified.
Abstract
A structured abstract is required. Abstract must be 250-400 words. Abstract must be structured.
Manuscript
Manuscript body must not exceed 3500 words. Manuscript body should include Introduction, Methods, Results, Discussion, and Conclusion sections. Manuscript must include article highlights, a summary for the table of contents, an Author Contribution Statement at the end, and a declaration of any generative AI or AI-assisted writing use in a section titled 'Declaration of Generative AI and AI-assisted technologies in the writing process' before the references list.
References
References must not exceed 50. References must be cited consecutively in the text by superscript Arabic numbers, list all authors when there are six or fewer, list the first six followed by et al when there are seven or more, and use Index Medicus journal abbreviations.
Figures & Tables
Submissions may include 6 print figures and/or tables plus 4 online-only figures and/or tables. Figures, tables, forms, and supplemental materials must be submitted as separate files and must not be embedded in the manuscript file. Figures must be numbered consecutively in Arabic numerals with legends uploaded as a separate Word document, and tables must be numbered consecutively in Roman numerals and uploaded together in one Word document.
Review Article
Cover Letter
Cover Letter requirements are not specified.
Abstract
A structured abstract is required. Abstract must be 250-400 words. Abstract must be structured.
Manuscript
Manuscript body must not exceed 3500 words. The manuscript title must identify the type of review, and any use of generative AI or AI-assisted technologies in writing must be disclosed in a section titled 'Declaration of Generative AI and AI-assisted technologies in the writing process' placed before the References list.
References
References must number 75-125. References must be cited consecutively by superscript Arabic numbers, list all authors when there are six or fewer or the first six followed by et al when there are seven or more, and use Index Medicus abbreviated journal names.
Figures & Tables
Up to 5 print figures and/or tables plus 5 online-only figures and/or tables are allowed. Figures and tables must be submitted as separate files and must not be embedded in the manuscript.
Randomized Controlled Trials
Cover Letter
Cover Letter requirements are not specified.
Abstract
Abstract requirements are not specified.
Manuscript
Manuscript body should include Introduction, Methods, Results, Discussion, and Conclusion sections, and Randomized Controlled Trial titles may restate the article type. The manuscript must include a disclosure statement on any generative AI or AI-assisted writing use in a section titled 'Declaration of Generative AI and AI-assisted technologies in the writing process' placed before the References list.
References
References must be cited consecutively in the text by superscript Arabic numbers, list all authors when there are six or fewer, list the first six followed by et al when there are seven or more, and use Index Medicus abbreviated journal names.
Figures & Tables
Figures, tables, forms, and supplemental materials must be submitted as separate files and must not be embedded in the manuscript file. Figures must be numbered consecutively in Arabic numerals with legends uploaded as a separate Word document, and tables must be numbered consecutively in Roman numerals and uploaded together in one Word document.
Observational Studies
Cover Letter
Cover Letter requirements are not specified.
Abstract
Abstract requirements are not specified.
Manuscript
Manuscript body should include Introduction, Methods, Results, Discussion, and Conclusion sections, and observational studies must state whether the study is retrospective or prospective, include the study dates, and include the number of patients. If generative AI or AI-assisted technologies were used in the writing process, the manuscript must include a section titled 'Declaration of Generative AI and AI-assisted technologies in the writing process' at the end of the core manuscript file before the references.
References
References must be cited consecutively in the text by superscript Arabic numbers, list all authors when there are six or fewer or the first six followed by et al when there are seven or more, and use standard Index Medicus abbreviated journal names.
Figures & Tables
Figures, tables, forms, and supplemental materials must be submitted as separate files and must not be embedded in the manuscript file, with figures uploaded separately and all tables uploaded together in one Word document. Figures must be numbered consecutively in Arabic numerals and each cited in the text, while tables must be numbered consecutively in Roman numerals and each cited in the text.
Narrative Review
Cover Letter
Cover Letter requirements are not specified.
Abstract
Abstract requirements are not specified.
Manuscript
The manuscript must include a section entitled 'Declaration of Generative AI and AI-assisted technologies in the writing process' before the References list if generative AI or AI-assisted technologies were used in writing.
References
References must be cited in consecutive order using superscript Arabic numerals, list all authors when there are six or fewer and the first six followed by et al when there are seven or more, and use Index Medicus journal abbreviations.
Figures & Tables
Figures, tables, forms, and supplemental materials must be submitted as separate files and must not be embedded in the manuscript file.
Systematic Review
Cover Letter
Cover Letter requirements are not specified.
Abstract
Abstract requirements are not specified.
Manuscript
Systematic Review titles must include the type of review and must not use punctuation. Any use of generative AI or AI-assisted technologies in writing must be disclosed in a section titled 'Declaration of Generative AI and AI-assisted technologies in the writing process' placed at the end of the manuscript before the references.
References
References must be cited consecutively in the text by superscript Arabic numbers, list all authors when there are six or fewer and the first six followed by et al when there are seven or more, and use Index Medicus journal abbreviations.
Figures & Tables
Figures, tables, forms, and supplemental materials must be submitted as separate files and must not be embedded in the manuscript. Figures must be numbered consecutively in Arabic numerals and tables must be numbered consecutively in Roman numerals according to the order cited in the text.
Meta-Analysis
Cover Letter
Cover Letter requirements are not specified.
Abstract
Abstract requirements are not specified.
Manuscript
The manuscript must include a declaration of any generative AI or AI-assisted technologies used in writing in a section titled 'Declaration of Generative AI and AI-assisted technologies in the writing process' placed before the References list.
References
References must be cited consecutively in the text by superscript Arabic numbers, list all authors when there are six or fewer and the first six followed by et al when there are seven or more, and use standard abbreviated journal names according to Index Medicus.
Figures & Tables
Figures, tables, forms, and supplemental materials must be submitted as separate files and must not be embedded in the manuscript file. Figures must be numbered consecutively in Arabic numerals with legends uploaded as a separate Word document, and tables must be numbered consecutively in Roman numerals and uploaded together in one Word document.
Evidence Summary
Cover Letter
Cover Letter requirements are not specified.
Abstract
An unstructured abstract is required. Abstract must be 150 words. Abstract must be unstructured.
Manuscript
Manuscript body must not exceed 1500 words. Any use of generative AI or AI-assisted technologies in writing must be disclosed in a section titled 'Declaration of Generative AI and AI-assisted technologies in the writing process' placed before the references.
References
References must not exceed 50. References must be cited consecutively in the text by superscript Arabic numbers, list all authors when there are six or fewer, list the first six followed by et al when there are seven or more, and use Index Medicus journal abbreviations.
Figures & Tables
Evidence Summaries may include 5 print figures and/or tables plus 5 online-only figures and/or tables. Figures and tables must be uploaded as separate files and must not be embedded in the manuscript file. Figures must be numbered consecutively in Arabic numerals and tables must be numbered consecutively in Roman numerals according to the order cited in the text.
Letter To The Editor
Cover Letter
Cover Letter requirements are not specified.
Abstract
Abstract is not required for Letters To The Editor.
Manuscript
Manuscript must not exceed 350 words. Letter should be addressed to the Editor, and the title should express the authors’ main question or opinion.
References
References must not exceed 10. The original article being discussed must be listed as the first reference, and references must be cited consecutively in the text by superscript Arabic numbers.
Figures & Tables
Letters may include no more than 1 figure or table. Figures and tables must be submitted as separate files and must not be embedded in the manuscript. A figure or table may be included only if it amplifies a recent JVS article by extending or clarifying the original content or by presenting an opposing interpretation of the results or conclusions.
Vascular Image
Cover Letter
Cover Letter requirements are not specified.
Abstract
Abstract is not required for Vascular Images.
Manuscript
Vascular Images must not exceed 350 words and must be confined to one printed page. Descriptions of the images must be included in the text. A statement regarding the patient's agreement to publish case details and images must be included in the text, and any use of generative AI in writing must be disclosed in a section titled 'Declaration of Generative AI and AI-assisted technologies in the writing process' placed before the references list.
References
Vascular Images must not exceed 5 references. References must be cited consecutively in the text by superscript Arabic numbers in the order first mentioned, list all authors when there are six or fewer and the first six followed by et al when there are seven or more, and use Index Medicus journal abbreviations.
Figures & Tables
Vascular Images may include one cover illustration and three additional illustrations that fit in the right-hand column. Figures and tables must be submitted as separate files and must not be embedded in the manuscript. Previously published images will not be considered, images must be of professional quality, cover images should preferably be in color, must not include arrows or other added graphics, and should have text cropped out whenever possible.
Practice Guidelines
Cover Letter
Cover Letter requirements are not specified.
Abstract
Abstract requirements are not specified.
Manuscript
If generative AI or AI-assisted technologies were used in writing, the manuscript must include a section titled 'Declaration of Generative AI and AI-assisted technologies in the writing process' placed before the References list.
References
References must be cited consecutively in the text by superscript Arabic numbers, list all authors when there are six or fewer, list the first six followed by et al when there are seven or more, and use standard Index Medicus journal abbreviations.
Figures & Tables
Figures, tables, forms, and supplemental materials must be submitted as separate files and must not be embedded in the manuscript file. Figures must be numbered consecutively in Arabic numerals with legends uploaded separately, and tables must be numbered consecutively in Roman numerals and uploaded together in one Word document.
Recent Publications
Sac Shrinkage Without Endoleak at 1 Year After EVAR Pragmatically Identifies a Low-risk Group Eligible for Reduced Surveillance
Davide Esposito, Martina Bastianon, Giulio Accarino, Sofia Pierozzi, Caterina Melani, Fabio Grimaldi, Enrica Bosisio, Giuseppe Baldino, Raffaele Pulli, Giovanni Pratesi
10.1016/j.jvs.2026.03.468
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Achieving 100% Guideline-directed Medical Therapy Adherence for Vascular Surgery Patients
Patricia Blake, Matthew Corriere, Kay Wald
10.1016/j.jvs.2026.03.243
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Operative Management of Penetrating Carotid Artery Injuries: Experience From a Trauma Center
René Arath Rojas Morán, Sergio Alberto Sánchez Vergara, Christian Ramírez Sánchez, Jaime Gilberto López Taylor, Ricardo Briceño Fuentes, Carlos Jair Bernal González, Andrea Narelle Meza Razo, William Ivan Matías Jouk, Ivis Dasaeb Juárez Valdivia
10.1016/j.jvs.2026.03.543
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Sex-based Disparities In Patient Outcomes Following Elective Repair of Abdominal Aortic Aneurysms: A Retrospective Study From 2012 to 2023
Lauren Yu, Madalyn Adams, Ryan W. Walters
10.1016/j.jvs.2026.03.588
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Custom-made Endografts for Thoracoabdominal Aortic Aneurysms: Toward a New Contrast-free Era Using CO2 Angiography
Emiliano Chisci, Azzurra Guidotti, Leonardo Ercolini, Cecilia Fenelli, Tommaso Lazzarotto, Stefano Michelagnoli
10.1016/j.jvs.2026.03.561
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Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to publish?
Pre-proof appears online approximately 6 weeks after acceptance. Formatted, copyedited article proof is sent approximately 10 weeks from acceptance, with proof corrections due within 1 week. Print publication is expected in 3-6 months from acceptance.
Reformat to Journal of Vascular Surgery using Livewrite PremiumWhat are the publication costs?
The journal offers subscription or open access publication. The open access publication fee is US $4010, excluding taxes.
Reformat to Journal of Vascular Surgery using Livewrite PremiumResearch Topics
Aortic aneurysm repair treatments
Peripheral Artery Disease Management
Aortic Disease and Treatment Approaches
Vascular Procedures and Complications
Cardiac, Anesthesia and Surgical Outcomes
Cerebrovascular and Carotid Artery Diseases
Infectious Aortic and Vascular Conditions
Venous Thromboembolism Diagnosis and Management
Diagnosis and Treatment of Venous Diseases
Central Venous Catheters and Hemodialysis
Renal and Vascular Pathologies
Intracranial Aneurysms: Treatment and Complications
Cardiovascular Health and Disease Prevention
Coronary Interventions and Diagnostics
Abdominal vascular conditions and treatments
Acute Ischemic Stroke Management
Diabetic Foot Ulcer Assessment and Management
Vascular anomalies and interventions
Reconstructive Surgery and Microvascular Techniques
Cardiac Valve Diseases and Treatments
Cardiac and Coronary Surgery Techniques
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