Journal Guide

Techniques in Coloproctology is an international journal devoted to epidemiolologic, pathologic, diagnostic and therapeutic studies relevant to the management of colorectal and pelvic floor diseases. The journal also encourages submission of articles on colorectal motility disorders (including rehabilitative and pathophysiologic aspects). Reviews, original articles and technical notes with many detailed illustrations as well as multimedia articles render this publication indispensable for coloproctologists and related specialists. The journal is strongly recommended to those who wish to be updated on recent developments in the field, and improve the standards of their work. Techniques in Coloproctology is the official journal of the following societies: Italian Society of Colo-Rectal Surgery (SICCR) Mediterranean Society of Coloproctology (MSCP) Israel Society of Colon and Rectal Surgery (ISCRS) Eurasian Colorectal Technologies Association (ECTA)Colorectal and Anal Group of the Surgical Section of the Chinese

Techniques in Foot & Ankle Surgery offers a unique opportunity to master the most innovative and successful surgical techniques for correction of foot and ankle disorders. Featuring contributions from the world's foremost orthopaedic surgeons and podiatrists, this quarterly journal supplies step-by-step details on highlighted techniques. The contributors explain the rationale, indications, and contraindications for each procedure, identify the pitfalls and potential complications, and provide invaluable tips for improving results. Techniques in Foot & Ankle Surgery is illustrated cover to cover with intraoperative photographs and drawings. Coverage encompasses the entire range of surgical problems, including ankle arthroplasty, reconstructive surgery for fractures, flatfeet, and diabetic feet, neuromuscular and tendon disorders, and general conditions such as bunions and hammertoes. Articles on rehabilitation are also included.Website: www.techfootankle.comIndividual and In-Training subscribers receive fully searchable online access to articles from Volume 1 to the present8212;now available on a powerful new website! This best-in-class website platform uses Web 2.0 functionality to provide an enhanced online experience through such features as: saved searches, personal article collections, easy image downloads to PowerPoint, and more.

Techniques in Hand & Upper Extremity Surgery, indexed in Index Medicus/MEDLINE, offers a unique opportunity to master the most innovative and successful surgical techniques for correction of hand and upper extremity disorders. Featuring contributions from the world's foremost orthopaedic specialists, this quarterly journal supplies step-by-step details on highlighted techniques. The contributors explain the rationale, indications, and contraindications for each procedure, identify the pitfalls and potential complications, and provide invaluable tips for improving results. The primary focus of the journal is hand surgery, but articles on the wrist, elbow, and shoulder are also included. Major areas covered include arthroscopy, microvascular surgery, plastic surgery, congenital anomalies, tendon and nerve disorders, trauma, and work-related injuries.Each issue contains an editorial discussing a crucial or controversial topic, six to eight technique-oriented articles, and a rehabilitation article linked to one of the technique articles. The technique-oriented articles describe specific surgical procedures in detail and cover indications/contraindications, technique, complications, and rehabilitation. Numerous illustrations, many in full color, are included in each issue.Individual and In-Training subscribers receive fully searchable online access to articles from Volume 1 to the present8212;now available on a powerful new website! This best-in-class website platform uses Web 2.0 functionality to provide an enhanced online experience through such features as: saved searches, personal article collections, easy image downloads to PowerPoint, and more.

Techniques in Shoulder & Elbow Surgery offers a unique opportunity to master the most innovative and successful surgical techniques for correction of shoulder and elbow disorders. Featuring contributions from the world's foremost orthopaedic specialists, Techniques in Shoulder & Elbow Surgery supplies step-by-step details on highlighted techniques complete with cover to cover high-quality intraoperative photographs and drawings. The contributors explain the rationale, indications, and contraindications for each procedure, identify the pitfalls and potential complications, provide invaluable tips for improving results, share their personal techniques for correction of the entire spectrum of shoulder and elbow conditions, and demonstrate how to incorporate these successful techniques into the reader's practice. Individual and In-Training subscribers receive fully searchable online access to articles from Volume 1 to the present8212;now available on a powerful new website! This best-in-class website platform uses Web 2.0 functionality to provide an enhanced online experience through such features as: saved searches, personal article collections, easy image downloads to PowerPoint, and more.

The American Journal of Surgery® is a peer-reviewed journal designed for the general surgeon who performs abdominal, cancer, vascular, head and neck, breast, colorectal, and other forms of surgery. AJS is the official journal of 7 major surgical societies* and publishes their official papers as well as independently submitted clinical studies, editorials, reviews, brief reports, correspondence and book reviews.* The American Journal of Surgery® is the Official Publication of:The Southwestern Surgical CongressThe North Pacific Surgical AssociationThe Association for Surgical EducationThe Association of Women SurgeonsThe Association of VA SurgeonsMidwest Surgical AssociationThe Society of Black Academic Surgeons (SBAS)Benefits to authorsWe also provide many author benefits, such as free PDFs, a liberal copyright policy, special discounts on Elsevier publications and much more. Please click here for more information on our author services.Please see our Guide for Authors for information on article submission. If you require any further information or help, please visit our support pages: http://support.elsevier.com

The American Journal of Surgical Pathology (AJSP) has achieved worldwide recognition for its outstanding coverage of the state of the art in human surgical pathology. AJSP provides unmatched coverage of major technical advances as well as innovative and expanded diagnostic and prognostic applications8212;information that's directly applicable to your work. In each monthly issue, experts present original articles, review articles, detailed case reports, and special features, enhanced by superb illustrations. Coverage encompasses technical methods, diagnostic aids, and frozen-section diagnosis, in addition to detailed pathologic studies of a wide range of disease entities.For more information, visit www.ajsp.com.

The Annals of Thoracic Surgery provides outstanding original coverage of recent progress in chest and cardiovascular surgery and related fields. As the official journal of two of the largest American associations in its specialty, this leading monthly enjoys outstanding editorial leadership and maintains rigorous selection standards.The Annals of Thoracic Surgery features:• Full-length original articles on clinical advances, current surgical methods, and controversial topics and techniques• New Technology articles• Case reports• "How-to-do-it" features• Reviews of current literature• Supplements on symposia• Commentary pieces and correspondence• CME• Online-only case reports, "how-to-do-its", and images in cardiothoracic surgery.An authoritative, clinically oriented, comprehensive resource, The Annals of Thoracic Surgery is committed to providing a place for all thoracic surgeons to relate experiences which will help improve patient care.

The Bone & Joint Journal (formerly JBJS Br) is published by The British Editorial Society of Bone and Joint Surgery, a registered charity (No. 209299). The Society was established with the object of: 'The advancement and improvement of education in orthopaedic surgery and allied branches of surgery and the diffusion of knowledge of new and improved methods of teaching and practising orthopaedic surgery in all its branches'. In addition to its main activity of publishing the Journal, the Society provides production and publishing services to EFORT, gives donations to support Travelling Fellows and national and international meetings, and publishes a small number of books.

The Breast is an international, multidisciplinary journal for clinicians, which focuses on translational and clinical research for the advancement of breast cancer prevention and therapy. The Editors welcome the submission of original research articles, systematic reviews, viewpoint and debate articles, and correspondence on all areas of pre-malignant and malignant breast disease, including:• Surgery• Medical oncology and translational medicine• Radiation oncology• Breast endocrinology• Epidemiology and prevention• Gynecology• Imaging, screening and early diagnosis• Pathology• Psycho-oncology and quality of life• Advocacy• Supportive and palliative care• NursingThe Breast is a valuable source of information for surgeons, medical oncologists, gynecologists, radiation oncologists, endocrinologists, epidemiologists, radiologists, pathologists, breast care nurses, breast cancer advocates, psychologists and all those with a special interest in breast cancer.

The International Journal of Medical Robotics and Computer Assisted Surgery provides a cross-disciplinary platform for presenting the latest developments in robotics and computer assisted technologies for medical applications. The journal publishes cutting-edge papers and expert reviews, complemented by commentaries, correspondence and conference highlights that stimulate discussion and exchange of ideas. Areas of interest include robotic surgery aids and systems, operative planning tools, medical imaging and visualisation, simulation and navigation, virtual reality, intuitive command and control systems, haptics and sensor technologies. In addition to research and surgical planning studies, the journal welcomes papers detailing clinical trials and applications of computer-assisted workflows and robotic systems in neurosurgery, urology, paediatric, orthopaedic, craniofacial, cardiovascular, thoraco-abdominal, musculoskeletal and visceral surgery. Articles providing critical analysis of clinical trials, assessment of the benefits and risks of the application of these technologies, commenting on ease of use, or addressing surgical education and training issues are also encouraged. The journal aims to foster a community that encompasses medical practitioners, researchers, and engineers and computer scientists developing robotic systems and computational tools in academic and commercial environments, with the intention of promoting and developing these exciting areas of medical technology.

The Journal of Foot & Ankle Surgery is the leading source for original, clinically-focused articles on the surgical and medical management of the foot and ankle. Each bi-monthly, peer-reviewed issue addresses relevant topics to the profession, such as: adult reconstruction of the forefoot; adult reconstruction of the hindfoot and ankle; diabetes; medicine/rheumatology; pediatrics; research; sports medicine; trauma; and tumors.The Journal of Foot & Ankle Surgery is indexed through Index Medicus, Excerpta Medica, Biosciences Information Service, and CINAHL.Benefits to authorsWe also provide many author benefits, such as free PDFs, a liberal copyright policy, special discounts on Elsevier publications and much more. Please click here for more information on our author services.Please see our Guide for Authors for information on article submission. If you require any further information or help, please visit our support pages: http://support.elsevier.com

The Journal of Hand Surgery publishes original, peer-reviewed articles related to the diagnosis, treatment, and pathophysiology of diseases and conditions of the upper extremity; these include both clinical and basic science studies, along with case reports. Special features include Clinical Perspective and History of Hand Surgery articles, Comprehensive Review manuscripts, and Surgical Technique articles that provide an overview of hand surgery, technical aspects of surgery, and current controversial topics.Beginning in January 2006, the Journal of Hand Surgery will incorporate the Journal of the American Society for Surgery of the Hand.Benefits to authorsWe also provide many author benefits, such as free PDFs, a liberal copyright policy, special discounts on Elsevier publications and much more. Please click here for more information on our author services.Please see our Guide for Authors for information on article submission. If you require any further information or help, please visit our support pages: http://support.elsevier.com

The Journal presents original, peer-reviewed articles on conditions of the chest, heart, lungs, and great vessels where surgical intervention is indicated. An official publication of The American Association for Thoracic Surgery and The Western Thoracic Surgical Association, the Journal focuses on techniques and developments in cardiac surgery, pacemaker insertion/removal, lung and esophageal surgeries, heart and lung transplantation, and other procedures.

The Journal of Trauma and Acute Care Surgery, the official publication for the American Association for the Surgery of Trauma, provides an interdisciplinary forum for the dissemination of peer-reviewed original articles regarding trauma and acute care surgery. Papers focus on the clinical management of trauma, emergency surgery, the molecular biology of traumatic injury, the care of critically ill patients, and legal/policy concerns related to trauma. The Journal of Trauma and Acute Care Surgery serves as a primary reference for professionals who are involved in the scientific and evidence-based care of traumatic and acute injury. The Journal publishes original articles, review articles, guidelines, current opinions, procedures and techniques, brief reports and, periodically, special reports.

The Knee is an international journal publishing studies on the clinical treatment and fundamental biomechanical characteristics of this joint. The aim of the journal is to provide a vehicle relevant to surgeons, biomedical engineers, imaging specialists, materials scientists, rehabilitation personnel and all those with an interest in the knee.The topics covered include, but are not limited to:• Anatomy, physiology, morphology and biochemistry;• Biomechanical studies;• Advances in the development of prosthetic, orthotic and augmentation devices;• Imaging and diagnostic techniques;• Pathology;• Trauma;• Surgery;• Rehabilitation.The journal publishes original research articles, review papers, case reports and short communications. In addition, the regular content includes letters to the Editor, book reviews and a conference calendar.