Guidelines

Guidelines

Annals of Cardiology welcomes original research, reviews, case reports, and other relevant manuscripts in the field of cardiovascular medicine. To ensure a smooth submission process and a high-quality publication, authors are requested to follow these guidelines:

Manuscript Types

We accept the following types of manuscripts:

  • Original Research Articles: Reports of original research in clinical, translational, or basic cardiovascular science. Typically, 3,000–5,000 words (excluding references and figures).
  • Review Articles: Comprehensive overviews of current research, clinical practices, or emerging areas in cardiology. Word limit: 4,000-6,000 words.
  • Case Reports: Detailed reports of individual cases that provide insights into rare or unusual conditions, novel treatments, or diagnostic approaches. Word limit: 1,500-2,500 words.
  • Short Communications: Brief reports of new research findings or preliminary results. Word limit: 1,000-2,000 words.
  • Letters to the Editor: Comments, criticisms, or discussions of previously published articles. Word limit: 500-1,000 words.
  • Editorials: Invited opinions or commentary from experts in the field. Word limit: 1,000–1,500 words.
Formatting Requirements

All manuscripts must be prepared in accordance with the following guidelines:

  • Language: Manuscripts must be submitted in clear, concise, and grammatical English (American or British, consistently).
  • Font and Spacing: Use 12-point Times New Roman font, double-spaced, with 1-inch margins on all sides.
  • File Format: Submit the manuscript as a Microsoft Word document (.doc or .docx).
  • Figures and Tables: Figures should be submitted separately as high-resolution images (JPEG, TIFF, or PNG). Tables should be inserted at the end of the manuscript, with each table on a separate page.
  • References: Use the Vancouver citation style. References should be numbered consecutively in the order of appearance in the text and listed at the end of the manuscript.
Manuscript Structure

Each manuscript should be organized as follows:

  • Title Page: Include the title of the manuscript, names of authors, their affiliations, and contact information for the corresponding author.
  • Abstract: A structured abstract of no more than 250 words summarizing the key objectives, methods, results, and conclusions of the study.
  • Keywords: List 4-6 relevant keywords to facilitate indexing and searching.
  • Introduction: Provide background information and state the objective of the study.
  • Methods: Detailed description of the study design, participants, interventions, measurements, and statistical analysis.
  • Results: Present findings clearly and concisely, with appropriate use of tables and figures.
  • Discussion: Interpret the results in the context of existing literature, highlighting the significance and potential implications.
  • Conclusion: Summarize the main findings and their relevance to clinical practice or future research.
  • Acknowledgments: Recognize individuals or organizations that contributed to the study but do not meet authorship criteria.
  • References: Follow the Vancouver format (e.g., numbered citations in the text and a corresponding reference list).
Ethical Considerations
  • Human and Animal Rights: Research involving human participants or animals must have approval from an institutional ethics committee. Authors must include a statement confirming compliance with ethical standards and approval.
  • Informed Consent: For case reports and studies involving human subjects, authors must confirm that written informed consent was obtained from all participants or their guardians.
  • Conflict of Interest: All authors must disclose any financial or personal conflicts of interest that could bias their work.
  • Plagiarism: Submissions are screened for plagiarism using plagiarism detection software. Manuscripts with high similarity indexes will be returned or rejected.

Submission Process: Manuscripts must be submitted through the journal's online submission system. Authors will need to create an account and upload their manuscripts in a step-by-step process. The system allows authors to track the status of their submission and receive editorial feedback.

Peer Review: Annals of Cardiology operates a double-blind peer-review process. Authors are expected to anonymize their manuscript by removing any identifying information before submission. The review process typically takes 6-8 weeks, after which authors will receive a decision, which may include revisions.

Post-Acceptance: Upon acceptance, manuscripts will undergo copyediting and formatting. Authors will receive proofs for final approval before publication. Articles are published online first and then included in the upcoming issue.

Author Contributions: Authors must specify their contributions to the manuscript (e.g., study conception, data analysis, writing). Only individuals who have significantly contributed to the work should be listed as authors.

Copyright and Licensing Policy: All articles published in Annals of Cardiology are licensed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License (CC BY). This license allows others to freely download, distribute, and reproduce the article in any medium, provided the original work is properly cited, and appropriate credit is given to the authors and the journal. Authors retain the copyright to their work, while granting the journal a license to publish and distribute the article.

Open Access Policy: All articles published in Annals of Cardiology are freely accessible online immediately upon publication. We believe that open access to scientific research is essential for accelerating discovery and ensuring widespread dissemination of knowledge.