Turkish Journal of Surgery
Scope & Guideline
Shaping the Future of Surgery with Evidence-Based Research.
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- General and Specialized Surgery:
The journal publishes research covering a wide range of surgical disciplines, including general surgery, hepatobiliary surgery, surgical oncology, and minimally invasive techniques, contributing to the advancement of surgical practices. - Clinical Research and Case Reports:
It emphasizes clinical studies and case reports that provide insights into patient management, surgical techniques, and outcomes, thereby enhancing the understanding of surgical procedures and their implications. - Surgical Education and Training:
The journal also focuses on surgical education, offering studies that explore innovative teaching methods and the integration of technology in surgical training. - Quality Improvement and Guidelines:
Research that assesses surgical outcomes, complications, and adherence to guidelines is a core area, aiming to improve surgical standards and patient safety. - Emerging Surgical Techniques and Technologies:
The journal highlights studies on new surgical techniques and technologies, encouraging innovation in surgical practices.
Trending and Emerging
- Minimally Invasive Surgery:
There is a notable increase in studies related to laparoscopic and robotic-assisted surgical techniques, highlighting a growing interest in minimizing patient recovery time and surgical trauma. - Surgical Oncology and Cancer Management:
Research focusing on surgical approaches to cancer treatment is on the rise, particularly studies evaluating outcomes of innovative surgical interventions in various cancers, reflecting the importance of surgical oncology in overall cancer care. - Impact of COVID-19 on Surgical Practices:
The journal has increasingly published research examining the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on surgical procedures, patient outcomes, and healthcare delivery, highlighting the need for adaptive strategies in surgical practices. - Quality of Life and Patient-Centered Outcomes:
There is an emerging focus on studies that assess the quality of life and patient-centered outcomes post-surgery, emphasizing the importance of holistic approaches in surgical care. - Integration of Technology in Surgery:
Research exploring the use of technology, such as telemedicine and digital tools in surgical education and patient management, is gaining relevance, reflecting the ongoing digital transformation in healthcare.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Open Surgical Techniques:
There seems to be a waning focus on traditional open surgical techniques as more studies are directed towards minimally invasive approaches, reflecting a paradigm shift in surgical practice. - Basic Surgical Principles:
Research that primarily discusses basic surgical principles without integrating modern methodologies or technologies is becoming less frequent, indicating a move towards more complex and innovative surgical discussions. - Historical Surgical Practices:
Papers focusing on historical perspectives or outdated surgical practices are less common, suggesting that the journal is prioritizing current and evidence-based practices over historical narratives.
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