Journal of Pediatric Surgery

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Journal of Pediatric Surgery is a medical journal that focuses on the field of pediatric surgery. It is a peer-reviewed journal that publishes original articles, review articles, and case reports related to pediatric surgery. The journal is published by Elsevier and the editor-in-chief is Dr. Michael D. Klein.

Overview[edit | edit source]

The Journal of Pediatric Surgery provides a forum for the discussion of surgical diseases in infants and children. It covers topics such as neonatal surgery, trauma, oncology, gastrointestinal disorders, and urology. The journal is dedicated to improving the care of pediatric surgical patients by disseminating the latest research and clinical knowledge in the field.

History[edit | edit source]

The Journal of Pediatric Surgery was established in 1966. Since then, it has been a leading source of information for pediatric surgeons worldwide. The journal is published monthly and is available in both print and online formats.

Content[edit | edit source]

The Journal of Pediatric Surgery publishes a wide range of content, including:

  • Original Articles: These are detailed reports of the results of original research. The topics of these articles are diverse, but they all relate to the field of pediatric surgery.
  • Review Articles: These are comprehensive, scholarly, and critical reviews of the literature related to pediatric surgery.
  • Case Reports: These are detailed reports of individual clinical cases. They provide valuable insights into the clinical presentation, diagnosis, and treatment of rare or unusual conditions.
  • Letters to the Editor: These are short communications that comment on previously published articles or present preliminary research findings.

Editorial Board[edit | edit source]

The editorial board of the Journal of Pediatric Surgery is composed of distinguished pediatric surgeons from around the world. The board members are responsible for reviewing submitted manuscripts and ensuring the high quality of the journal's content.

Abstracting and Indexing[edit | edit source]

The Journal of Pediatric Surgery is abstracted and indexed in PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science, and other major databases. This ensures that the articles published in the journal are easily accessible to researchers and clinicians worldwide.

See Also[edit | edit source]

Journal of Pediatric Surgery Resources

Contributors: Prab R. Tumpati, MD