Surgery in Practice and Science
Scope & Guideline
Elevating surgical standards through open access knowledge exchange.
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Clinical Outcomes and Complications in Surgery:
The journal consistently focuses on the assessment of clinical outcomes and complications associated with various surgical procedures, enabling practitioners to understand risks and improve patient safety. - Innovative Surgical Techniques and Technologies:
There is a strong emphasis on the development, evaluation, and dissemination of innovative surgical techniques and technologies, including minimally invasive approaches and robotic surgery. - Surgical Education and Training:
Research on surgical education, including training methodologies and the impact of educational interventions on surgical proficiency, is a key area of focus, aimed at enhancing the skills of surgical trainees. - Patient-Centered Care and Quality Improvement:
The journal promotes studies that explore patient-centered care practices and quality improvement initiatives within surgical settings, highlighting the importance of patient satisfaction and outcomes. - Health Disparities and Access to Surgical Care:
The exploration of health disparities, particularly regarding access to surgical care among different populations, is a vital area of research, addressing systemic issues in healthcare delivery.
Trending and Emerging
- Impact of COVID-19 on Surgical Practice:
Research related to the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on surgical practices, outcomes, and patient management has surged, highlighting the necessity for adaptive strategies in surgical care during and after the pandemic. - Telemedicine and Remote Patient Monitoring:
The integration of telemedicine in surgical care, especially for preoperative assessments and postoperative follow-ups, is becoming increasingly prevalent, driven by the need for accessible care and patient safety. - Diversity and Inclusion in Surgery:
There is a rising focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion within surgical specialties, with studies addressing gender disparities, representation among surgical professionals, and social determinants of health. - Outcomes-Based Research and Value-Based Care:
An emerging trend is the emphasis on outcomes-based research that evaluates the effectiveness and value of surgical interventions, aligning with broader healthcare initiatives aimed at improving patient outcomes and cost-effectiveness. - Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning in Surgery:
The exploration of artificial intelligence and machine learning applications in surgical practice is on the rise, as researchers seek to improve decision-making processes and enhance surgical outcomes through data-driven approaches.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Surgical Techniques:
Research focusing on traditional surgical techniques is becoming less frequent, as the field shifts towards innovative and minimally invasive methods, reflecting advancements in technology and changing practitioner preferences. - Single-Center Studies:
There is a noticeable decline in the publication of single-center studies, with a growing preference for multi-center and registry-based studies that offer broader insights and enhance generalizability. - Historical and Descriptive Studies:
Papers focusing on historical perspectives or purely descriptive studies are less common, as the journal increasingly prioritizes empirical research that provides actionable insights and evidence-based outcomes.
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