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Author Guidelines

Authors are invited to make a submission to this journal. All submissions will be assessed by an editor to determine whether they meet the aims and scope of this journal. Those considered to be a good fit will be sent for peer review before determining whether they will be accepted or rejected.

Before making a submission, authors are responsible for obtaining permission to publish any material included with the submission, such as photos, documents and datasets. All authors identified on the submission must consent to be identified as an author. Where appropriate, research should be approved by an appropriate ethics committee in accordance with the legal requirements of the study's country.

An editor may desk reject a submission if it does not meet minimum standards of quality. Before submitting, please ensure that the study design and research argument are structured and articulated properly. The title should be concise and the abstract should be able to stand on its own. This will increase the likelihood of reviewers agreeing to review the paper. When you're satisfied that your submission meets this standard, please follow the checklist below to prepare your submission.

Submission Preparation Checklist

All submissions must meet the following requirements.

  • This submission meets the requirements outlined in the Author Guidelines.
  • This submission has not been previously published, nor is it before another journal for consideration.
  • All references have been checked for accuracy and completeness.
  • All tables and figures have been numbered and labeled.
  • Permission has been obtained to publish all photos, datasets and other material provided with this submission.

Highlights

Authors are encouraged to provide 3 to 5 bullet points that capture the core findings or contributions of the manuscript. These should be concise and informative, intended to quickly inform readers of the most important aspects.

Instructions to Authors:

  • Write each highlight as a brief, standalone sentence.

  • Do not exceed 85 characters per highlight.

  • Focus on the main findings, significance, or novelty.

  • Avoid abbreviations, jargon, or citations.

Example Highlights:

  • Novel biomarker identified for early-stage liver cancer diagnosis.

  • Proposed AI model improves accuracy of MRI interpretation.

  • First multicenter study on treatment compliance in rural patients.

  • Reveals disparities in access to mental health services post-COVID.

Original Article

Focus and Scope
Original Articles report on new and significant findings from original research in the fields relevant to medical science and clinical practice. Submissions should present clear hypotheses, rigorous methodology, and statistically sound analysis.

Peer Review Process
All Original Articles undergo a double-blind peer review process. Each submission is reviewed by at least two independent experts in the field to ensure scientific quality, originality, and relevance. The final decision rests with the Section Editor and/or Editor-in-Chief.

Submission Guidelines

  • Articles should be between 3,000–6,000 words (excluding references).

  • A structured abstract (Background, Methods, Results, Conclusion) is required.

  • Manuscripts must follow the journal’s formatting and ethical guidelines.

Open Access Policy
This section is fully open access, with no subscription barriers. Accepted articles are immediately published under a Creative Commons license.

Indexing and Archiving
All articles in this section are included in our archiving system (LOCKSS/CLOCKSS) and are eligible for indexing in major databases upon acceptance.

Review

Focus and Scope
The Reviews section publishes comprehensive, evidence-based overviews of current topics in medical science, clinical research, and healthcare innovation. Review articles should critically evaluate and synthesize existing literature to offer insights, highlight controversies, and identify areas for future research.

Types of Reviews Accepted

  • Narrative Reviews: Broad overviews based on extensive literature analysis.

  • Systematic Reviews: Structured reviews following PRISMA guidelines.

  • Meta-Analyses: Quantitative syntheses of data from multiple studies.

Peer Review Process
All review submissions undergo rigorous double-blind peer review by at least two qualified experts. Emphasis is placed on clarity, comprehensiveness, methodological transparency, and relevance to the journal’s scope.

Submission Guidelines

  • Reviews should not exceed 7,000 words (excluding references).

  • A detailed literature search strategy and inclusion/exclusion criteria must be described for systematic reviews.

  • Authors are encouraged to register protocols for systematic reviews (e.g., with PROSPERO).

Open Access Policy
All published reviews are made freely available under an open access license, ensuring wide dissemination and accessibility.

Indexing and Archiving
Articles in this section are preserved via LOCKSS/CLOCKSS and considered for indexing in leading academic databases.

Case Report

Focus and Scope
The Case Reports section highlights unique, rare, or instructive clinical cases that contribute valuable insights to medical practice or enhance understanding of disease mechanisms, diagnostic challenges, and treatment approaches.

Types of Cases Accepted

  • Unusual or rare clinical presentations

  • Novel diagnostic or therapeutic strategies

  • Unexpected outcomes or complications

  • Cases with significant educational value

Peer Review Process
All submitted case reports undergo double-blind peer review by at least two independent experts. Evaluations focus on clinical relevance, originality, clarity of presentation, and the contribution to existing medical knowledge.

Submission Guidelines

  • Case reports should be concise (typically 1,500–2,500 words) and include the following sections: Introduction, Case Presentation, Discussion, and Conclusion.

  • Patient consent is required for publication and must be confirmed upon submission.

  • High-quality clinical images and supporting documentation are encouraged.

Ethical Considerations
Authors must obtain informed written consent from the patient (or guardian) and ensure all identifying information is removed to protect patient privacy, in accordance with ICMJE and COPE guidelines.

Open Access Policy
All case reports are published under an open access license to promote learning and global dissemination.

Archiving and Indexing
Published case reports are digitally archived through LOCKSS/CLOCKSS and submitted for indexing in relevant databases.

Short Communication

Short Communications are concise reports that present significant preliminary findings, novel methodologies, or brief but impactful results that merit rapid dissemination. These submissions should be focused, well-structured, and typically not exceed 2,500 words, including references.

  • Peer Review: Yes

  • Open Submissions: Yes

  • Indexing: Yes

  • Published: Yes

Letter

Letters to the Editor provide a forum for readers to comment on articles published in Medical Exploration or to briefly discuss topical issues in medical science and healthcare. Letters should be concise (typically under 1,000 words), clearly written, and provide insight, critique, or additional data relevant to published material or current issues.

  • Peer Review: Yes (editorial review or peer review depending on content)

  • Open Submissions: Yes

  • Indexing: Yes

  • Published: Yes

Perspective / Viewpoint

Perspective / Viewpoint articles offer expert opinions, critical insights, or commentary on emerging trends, policy issues, or evolving concepts in medicine, biomedical research, and healthcare. These articles are typically authored by leading researchers or clinicians and aim to provoke thoughtful discussion or propose new directions in the field.

  • Peer Review: Yes (editorial or external peer review, depending on content)

  • Open Submissions: Yes

  • Indexing: Yes

  • Published: Yes

Clinical Practice Guideline

Clinical Practice Guideline provide systematically developed statements to assist practitioner and patient decisions about appropriate healthcare for specific clinical circumstances. Submissions should be evidence-based, developed by expert panels, and include clear recommendations supported by current research and consensus.

  • Peer Review: Yes

  • Open Submissions: By invitation or with prior editorial approval

  • Indexing: Yes

  • Published: Yes

Methodology Article

Methodology Article focus on the development, validation, or application of novel research methods, tools, protocols, or analytical approaches relevant to clinical and biomedical sciences. Submissions should clearly explain the methodology, its advantages over existing approaches, and potential applications.

  • Peer Review: Yes

  • Open Submissions: Yes

  • Indexing: Yes

  • Published: Yes

Conference Report / Meeting Summary

Conference Report / Meeting Summary provide concise and informative overviews of recent academic or professional conferences, symposia, workshops, or meetings relevant to medicine and healthcare. These reports should highlight key presentations, discussions, and outcomes, offering readers insights into emerging trends, research directions, and collaborative efforts in the field.

  • Peer Review: No (editorial review only)

  • Open Submissions: Yes

  • Indexing: Yes

  • Published: Yes

Announcement

Announcement share important news and updates relevant to the journal’s readership, such as upcoming conferences, calls for papers, special issue launches, editorial board changes, and other events or developments in the medical research community.

  • Peer Review: No (editorial review only)

  • Open Submissions: No (editorial staff only)

  • Indexing: No

  • Published: Yes

Meta-analysis

Focus and Scope:
This section welcomes high-quality meta-analyses that quantitatively synthesize results from multiple studies to address critical clinical, diagnostic, therapeutic, or public health questions in medicine. Submissions should provide clear objectives, rigorous methodology, and detailed statistical analyses.

Submission Requirements:

  • Manuscripts must adhere to PRISMA (Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses) guidelines.

  • Authors should clearly define inclusion and exclusion criteria, data sources, search strategy, and risk of bias assessment.

  • Quantitative synthesis (e.g., forest plots, heterogeneity tests) must be presented and interpreted appropriately.

  • A registered protocol (e.g., PROSPERO) is recommended but not mandatory.

Peer Review:
All meta-analysis submissions are subject to double-blind peer review by experts in systematic reviews, biostatistics, and the relevant clinical field.

Article Type:
Meta-analyses are considered original research and should present novel insights that advance medical knowledge or clinical practice.

Copyright Notice

Authors who publish with Medical Exploration agree to the following terms:

  1. Copyright Ownership: Authors retain copyright of their work.

  2. Licensing: Submitted and published articles are licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution License (CC BY 4.0), which permits unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly cited.

  3. Author Responsibilities: Authors confirm that the submission is original, has not been published elsewhere, and is not under consideration by another journal. All co-authors have agreed to the submission.

  4. Publisher Rights: Authors grant Medical Exploration the right to publish the work and identify itself as the original publisher.

  5. Archiving: The journal may deposit published articles in digital archives (e.g., LOCKSS, CLOCKSS) to ensure long-term preservation.

By submitting your work, you confirm that you agree with the above terms.

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