About Journal

International Journal of Surgery and Clinical Practice (IJSCP) aims to publish high-quality papers in all major areas of surgical research, education, and clinical practice. We encourage the submission of manuscripts that meet the general criteria of significance and scientific excellence.

International Journal of Surgery and Clinical Practice also features in the form of Research article, Original, Editorial, Review, short communication, Case report, Letter to the editor, Commentary, book review, etc.,

Benefits to authors

We provide many author benefits, such as free PDFs, a liberal copyright policy, special discounts on Pubtexto publications, and help readers to connect with potential collaborators and correspondents with a platform to publish their research work and update the recent advances.

Submit your manuscript through online or an e-mail: editor.surgery2018@gmail.com 

Note: We are providing special Discounts to the authors on this GOLD Open Access Week for article submissions till 15th June, 2023.

ISSN: 2694-4057

Frequency: Quarterly Journal

Review Process: Double-blinded peer review process

Publication Timeline: 15 Days peer review process

Plagiarism Policy

The articles submitted by authors must contain a minimum of 80% unique content (Which should be unique and must not copy from any other web sites). The authors must maintain 100% uniqueness in the Results and conclusion part of the text. We will resend the articles, which have below 80% uniqueness to the authors for revision and asked for resubmissions with uniqueness (as per guidelines).

Aim and Scope

International Journal of Surgery and Clinical Practice (IJSCP) is a journal that circulates articles based on the global development of surgical research, education, and clinical practice. The mission of IJSCP is to publish promptly all aspects of Research and Clinical Trials in Surgery specialties comprising a comprehensive resource for physicians around the World.

The journal covers all applicable strives to publish the research in areas including a wide range of fields in its discipline to create a platform for the authors to make their contribution towards the journal and the editorial office. Our journal promises a peer review process for submitted manuscripts and ensures quality in publishing such as:

A N
Abdominal Surgery Neurosurgery
Abdominal Wall and Hernia Surgery NeuroInterventional Surgery
Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Neurology and Neurosurgery
Acute Care and Trauma Surgery O
B Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Bariatric Surgery Obesity Surgery
Breast Surgery Orthopaedic Surgery and Research
Bone and Joint Surgery Orthopaedic Surgery and Traumatology
C Ophthalmic Surgery Lasers and Imaging Retina
Colon and Rectal Surgery P
Cataract and Refractive Surgery Pediatric Surgery
Computer assisted radiology and surgery Patient Safety in Surgery
Congenital Heart Disease Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
Colon and Rectal Surgery R
Cosmetic and Laser Therapy Surgery Reproductive Surgery
Computer Assisted Surgery Robotic Surgery
Cardiovascular Surgery Refractive Surgery
D Reconstructive Microsurgery
Dermatologic Surgery S
Digestive Surgery Surgical Treatment and Research
E Spine Surgery and Related Research
Emergency Surgery Surgical Infections
Essential Surgical Techniques Surgical Pathology Clinics
Endocrine Surgery Surgical Education
F Surgical Oncology
Facial Plastic Surgery and Aesthetic Medicine Surgery for Obesity and Related Diseases
Foot and Ankle Clinics Surgical Endoscopy and Other Interventional Techniques
G Shoulder and Elbow Surgery
Gastrointestinal Surgery Spine Surgery
Genital reconstructive surgery Surgical Pathology
Gynecologic surgery Surgery Case Reports
Gastroenterological Surgery T
Gynecological Surgery Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery
Gland Surgery Trauma and Acute Care Surgery
H Trauma Surgery and Acute Care Open
Hand Surgery and Rehabilitation Thoracic Surgery Clinics
Hepato-Biliary-Pancreatic Sciences Transplant Surgery
Hernias and abdominal wall surgery Tumor Surgery
Head and Neck Surgery U
J Urologic Surgery
Jaw Surgery Updates in Surgery
L V
Lasers in Surgery and Medicine Vascular and Endovascular Surgery
Laparoendoscopic and Advanced Surgical Techniques Vascular Surgery: Venous and Lymphatic Disorders
Liver Transplantation  
M  
Minimal Access Surgery  
Minimally Invasive Surgery  
Medical Robotics and Computer Assisted Surgery  
Musculoskeletal Surgery  
Medicine and Surgery  
   

Editor Guidelines

Editor Guidelines

Editors ensure the written quality of print and online publications. Their duties might include reading manuscripts, making sure that a writer\'s formatting fits for guidelines, correcting grammatical or factual errors, and making suggestions for improvement. They may also be responsible for selecting articles or manuscripts for publication, assisting with design layout, and overseeing other aspects of publication.

Your primary role as Review Editor is to referee the peer-reviews of submitted manuscripts. Review Editors are the referees of manuscripts during the peer-review process. They are responsible for certifying the validity and accuracy of publications, and for helping authors to improve the quality of their research.

Guidelines to be followed

  • To improve the ways of journal processes, the editor should actively seek the views of editorial board members, reviewers, authors
  • Encourage research into peer review, technological advances and reassess journal processes in the light of new discoveries
  • SM Group welcomes their editor\'s suggestions in providing appropriate resources, guidance from experts to perform the publisher\'s role in a professional manner and improve the quality of the journal
  • Encourage initiatives designed to prevent research misconduct and educate researchers about publication ethics
  • Encourages submission of quality articles to the journal by personally recruiting authors, assisting them with outreach, and ensuring the marketing plan is executed
  • Should determine whether a submitted manuscript is appropriate for the journal
  • Recruit high profile reviewers using multiple sources, e.g., personal recommendations, Web databases, published choice review
  • Should monitor the process of peer review and take steps to ensure this is of a high standard
  • Communicate with reviewers as regularly as possible, according to their availability and give them clear instructions in maintaining the quality of the journal
  • The originality of article submissions and to be alert to redundant publication and plagiarism
  • Recommend acceptance or rejection of the articles considered for publication to the journal Editor
  • Should be able to resolve any conflicts
  • Article Acceptance/Rejection If the Review Editors are satisfied with the authors\' efforts at amending the manuscript, they then briefly finalize their Interactive Review Reports.
  • Once a manuscript is accepted, the authors receive an automated notification informing them of the acceptance and the provisional PDF will instantly appear online.
  • Being an editor, he/she should carry out their responsibilities with much dedication to improving the quality of the journal. It is advisable to oversee the journal policies from time to time and assisting the publisher in maintaining the journal\'s quality towards serving the scientific community.

Current Issue

Research article
Research article
Predictors for the Survival of Colorectal Adenocarcinoma Patients in Uganda
Predictors for the Survival of Colorectal Adenocarcinoma Patients in Uganda
Wismayer R, Kiwanuka J, Wabinga H and Odida M

Medicine: Int J Surg Clin Pract 2022, 4: 1

Research article
Characterization of Patients with Acute Appendicitis in the Elderly
Characterization of Patients with Acute Appendicitis in the Elderly
Castilo CG, Rodrigez PSL and Quiala SM

Medicine: Int J Surg Clin Pract 2022, 4: 1

Case Report
Two-Staged Repair for Acute Aortic Occlusion with Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
Two-Staged Repair for Acute Aortic Occlusion with Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
Hirama S, Shozu P, Takela M, Matuok P and Kawamo S

Medicine: Int J Surg Clin Pract 2022, 4: 2

Research article
Surgical Resection for Colorectal Adenocarcinoma Improves Survival in Uganda: A Retroprospective Cohort Study
Surgical Resection for Colorectal Adenocarcinoma Improves Survival in Uganda: A Retroprospective Cohort Study
Wismayer R, Kiwanuka J, Wabinga H and Odida M

Medicine: Int J Surg Clin Pract 2022, 4: 2

Case Report
Primary Hepatic Herniation
Primary Hepatic Herniation
Hajini N, Feroj K and Baraka S

Medicine: Int J Surg Clin Pract 2022, 4: 2

Research article
Research article
Colorectal Cancer in Uganda: Increasing Trends, Late Presentation and Challenges
Colorectal Cancer in Uganda: Increasing Trends, Late Presentation and Challenges
Wismayer R, Kiwanuka J, Wabinga H and Odida M

Medicine: Int J Surg Clin Pract 2023, 5: 1



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  •   Oral Surgery
  •   Orthopedic Surgery
  •   Pediatric Surgery
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  •   Transplant Surgery
  •   Urologic Surgery
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