Welcome to the Annals of Clinical Gastroenterology and Hepatology (ACGH). This guide provides comprehensive information to help authors prepare and submit high-quality manuscripts for publication consideration.

The journal is committed to maintaining the highest standards in scholarly publishing and follows international best practices, including those specified by the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE). Before submitting, please review and adhere to the following guidelines to ensure a smooth evaluation process.

Scope and Article Types

• Original Articles: Full-length research papers reporting new data in clinical gastroenterology, hepatology, liver disease, gastrointestinal oncology, and related fields.
• Review Articles: Comprehensive reviews summarizing and analyzing current knowledge.
• Case Reports: Reports describing rare, novel, or educational cases in clinical practice.
• Short Communications: Concise reports of preliminary, innovative, or high-impact findings.
• Letters to the Editor: Brief discussions of published articles or clinical observations.
• Editorials: Invited opinion pieces on emerging issues (max 1,500 words).

Submission & Manuscript Preparation

• Formatting: Double-spaced, 12-point Times New Roman, with page and line numbers.
• Structure: Title Page, Abstract (250 words max), Keywords, Introduction, Methods, Results, Discussion, Conclusion, References, Tables, Figures, Legends.
• References: Vancouver style; include DOI where available.
• Figures & Tables: Provided as high-resolution separate files; editable tables (not images).
• Supplementary Files: Clearly labeled datasets, appendices, or multimedia.
• Submission Portal: Upload via the online submission portal.

Ethics and Integrity

• Research Ethics: Ethical approval is required for human and animal studies. Informed consent and adherence to the Declaration of Helsinki are mandatory.
• Authorship: Only contributors who meet ICMJE authorship criteria should be listed.
• Conflicts of Interest: Must be disclosed in a statement within the manuscript.
• Data Availability: Authors are encouraged to share datasets where possible.
• Zero Tolerance: Plagiarism, falsification, and unethical authorship will result in rejection and possible reporting.

Peer Review & Editorial Process

• Initial Screening: Technical, ethical, and originality checks before peer review.
• Double-Blind Review: Ensures impartial evaluation.
• Revisions: Authors may be asked to revise manuscripts based on reviewer/editor feedback.
• Final Decision: Made by the editorial board, considering originality, significance, and compliance.

Misconduct Handling

The journal investigates all allegations of misconduct in accordance with COPE guidance. Outcomes may include corrections, expressions of concern, or retractions, with notices permanently linked to the publication record. See our Publication Ethics Policy.

Support & Contact

• For queries, email: [email protected]
• Subject Line: Author Guidelines Query - [Your Topic]
• Editorial team replies within 2–3 business days.

References & Standards

• COPE Core Practices
• ICMJE Recommendations
• Publication Ethics Policy

Last updated: 2025-08-18 | Guidelines subject to periodic updates