Original Research Articles

Original research submissions should not exceed 2500 words (excluding references and abstract). These may include randomized controlled trials, interventional studies, diagnostic or screening evaluations, outcome analyses, cost-effectiveness research, case-control studies, or surveys with strong response rates.

The manuscript should be structured with the following sections:

• Abstract
• Keywords
• Introduction
• Materials and Methods
• Results
• Discussion
• References
• Tables and Figure Legends

Abstract Structure

The abstract must be concise, balanced, and informative, summarizing both methods and findings. It should include the following sub-sections:

• Background
• Aim
• Materials and Methods
• Results
• Conclusion

Manuscript Sections

Title — The title should clearly reflect the study design.

Introduction — Provide scientific context and clearly state the research objectives.

Materials and Methods

• Study Design – Clearly describe the study type.
• Study Setting – Mention locations, recruitment periods, and data collection details.
• Participants – Define inclusion and exclusion criteria and follow-up procedures.

Results

• Report participant characteristics.
• Present key findings in logical order.
• Use tables and graphs where appropriate.

Discussion

Summarise the study outcomes, strengths, limitations, and implications for clinical practice or future research.

Short Communications

• Maximum length: 1000 words
• Up to 5 references
• Should present concise findings

Case Reports

• Maximum length: 2000 words
• Limit: 10 references
• Reports should focus on rare or clinically significant cases

Structure

• Title
• Abstract
• Introduction
• Case Report
• Discussion
• Informed Consent
• Figures

Review Articles

• Word limit: 3500 words
• Should provide comprehensive literature review
• Highlight recent and relevant research