Formosan Journal of Surgery
Scope & Guideline
Championing high-quality research for surgical excellence.
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Clinical Surgery Innovations:
The journal emphasizes novel surgical techniques and interventions, catering to advancements in minimally invasive surgery, robotic surgery, and other innovative practices that improve patient outcomes. - Multidisciplinary Approaches to Surgery:
Research published often highlights the importance of collaborative care, integrating various specialties in managing complex surgical cases, thereby promoting comprehensive patient care. - Public Health and Surgery:
There is a notable focus on the intersection of surgery with public health issues, such as the impact of pandemics (e.g., COVID-19) on surgical practices and outcomes, ensuring that surgical research remains relevant in a broader health context. - Surgical Education and Ethics:
The journal also addresses the educational aspects of surgery, including training methodologies for surgical residents and ethical considerations in surgical practice, reflecting a commitment to the continuous improvement of surgical education. - Case Reports and Rare Conditions:
A significant portion of the journal is dedicated to case reports that detail unusual surgical cases and conditions, providing insights into rare pathologies and their management.
Trending and Emerging
- Impact of COVID-19 on Surgical Practice:
There is a pronounced trend in exploring the implications of the COVID-19 pandemic on surgical practices, including adaptations in surgical protocols, patient management, and outcomes during and post-pandemic. - Artificial Intelligence in Surgery:
The exploration of artificial intelligence applications in surgical research is gaining momentum, highlighting its potential to enhance decision-making and improve surgical outcomes. - Surgery and Global Health Issues:
Research addressing the role of surgery in the context of global health crises, such as conflicts and natural disasters, is emerging, reflecting the need for surgical responses to humanitarian issues. - Ethics in Surgical Practice:
An increasing focus on ethical considerations in surgical research and publication practices is evident, particularly in the context of social media influence and the integrity of clinical research. - Personalized and Precision Surgery:
Emerging research emphasizes personalized approaches to surgical care, including tailored surgical techniques and patient-specific considerations, reflecting advancements in precision medicine.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Surgical Techniques:
There appears to be a decrease in research focused solely on traditional open surgical techniques, as the journal increasingly prioritizes minimally invasive and robotic approaches. - General Surgical Pathologies:
Research that broadly covers common surgical conditions without innovative angles is becoming less frequent, with a shift towards more specialized and complex cases. - Basic Surgical Techniques:
Papers that detail fundamental surgical techniques without novel contributions or insights are declining, reflecting a move towards more advanced discussions in surgical methods.
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