{"id":139,"date":"2021-12-07T17:11:44","date_gmt":"2021-12-07T20:11:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/revista.suryamkt.com.br\/?page_id=139"},"modified":"2026-06-25T16:15:53","modified_gmt":"2026-06-25T19:15:53","slug":"instructions-to-authors-en","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/revistaabcd.org.br\/pt-br\/instructions-to-authors-en\/","title":{"rendered":"Instru\u00e7\u00f5es aos Autores"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Manuscript template<\/strong><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

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Download the ABCD Standard Manuscript Template<\/u><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n

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Submission system<\/strong><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

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https:\/\/mc04.manuscriptcentral.com\/abcd<\/a><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n

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Editorial contact<\/strong><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

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revistaabcd@cbcd.org.br<\/a><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n

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Upload limit<\/strong><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

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The maximum total size of all uploaded files is 97.66 MB.<\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

ABCD recommends that authors prepare the manuscript using the standard template before submission.<\/strong> The template reduces formatting problems and helps ensure that all required sections are included. Manuscripts must be submitted through the online system. Questions about submission, files, or technical problems should be sent to the editorial office by e-mail.<\/p>\r\n

1. Scope and article types<\/h2>\r\n

ABCD publishes manuscripts related to digestive surgery and related areas. The journal considers original articles, review articles, surgical technique articles, guidelines, consensus statements, invited editorials, and letters to the editor.<\/p>\r\n


2. Language<\/h2>\r\n

All articles must be published in English. Authors should submit the manuscript in English whenever possible. A title in Portuguese is also required. For international authors, the editorial office will arrange the Portuguese title when necessary.<\/p>\r\n


3. Submission<\/h2>\r\n

Manuscripts must be submitted through the ABCD online submission system: https:\/\/mc04.manuscriptcentral.com\/abcd. The corresponding author is responsible for the accuracy of all submitted files and metadata. The maximum total size of all uploaded files is 97.66 MB.<\/p>\r\n


4. Manuscript preparation<\/h2>\r\n

Manuscripts should be prepared in Arial 12-point font, with 1.5 line spacing, and with consecutive page numbering.<\/p>\r\n


5. Required manuscript structure<\/h2>\r\n


Title page<\/h4>\r\n

Include the study design; title in English; title in Portuguese; full names of all authors as they should appear in the publication; institutional affiliations; ORCID for all authors; conflicts of interest; use of artificial intelligence; financial source; ethical approval; and corresponding author details, including full name, institutional affiliation, full institutional address, and e-mail address.<\/p>\r\n


Abstract<\/h4>\r\n

Provide a structured abstract of up to 300 words in a single paragraph, using the headings Background, Methods, Results, and Conclusion. The abstract should not contain abbreviations, acronyms, citations, tables, or figures. Abstracts are not required for letters to the editor or editorials.<\/p>\r\n


Headings\/keywords<\/h4>\r\n

Provide 3 to 5 keywords selected from DeCS or MeSH.<\/p>\r\n


Visual abstract or central image<\/h4>\r\n

Provide a visual summary of the main message of the study when applicable. The image should be clear, readable, and suitable for dissemination.<\/p>\r\n


Central message<\/h4>\r\n

Provide a simple overview of the study for social media and broad dissemination. Maximum: 100 words.<\/p>\r\n


Perspectives<\/h4>\r\n

Provide a brief statement explaining the practical value, future perspectives, and potential implications of the study. Maximum: 100 words.<\/p>\r\n


Highlights<\/h4>\r\n

Provide 3 to 5 bullet points summarizing the main findings, innovations, or methodological contributions. Each highlight should be concise, searchable, and no longer than 85 characters, including spaces.<\/p>\r\n


Main text<\/h4>\r\n

Original articles and reviews should usually include an Introduction, Methods, Results, Discussion, Conclusion, Acknowledgments (when applicable), and References. Other article types may follow the structure most appropriate to the study design.
Recommended keyword sources: DeCS and MeSH.<\/p>\r\n


6. Declarations<\/h2>\r\n


Conflicts of interest<\/h4>\r\n

Authors must disclose any potential conflicts of interest, including financial, professional, or personal relationships that could influence the study. If there are no conflicts, state: \u201cThe authors have no conflicts of interest to declare.\u201d<\/p>\r\n


Use of artificial intelligence<\/h4>\r\n

Authors must disclose any use of artificial intelligence tools in manuscript preparation, including text editing, data analysis, image generation, figure preparation, translation, or language improvement. The tool name and its specific use must be described. If artificial intelligence was not used, state: \u201cArtificial intelligence tools were not used in the preparation of this manuscript.\u201d<\/p>\r\n


Financial source<\/h4>\r\n

Authors must inform all funding sources, grants, institutional support, or financial assistance related to the study. If the study received no funding, state: \u201cThis study received no funding.\u201d<\/p>\r\n


Ethical approval<\/h4>\r\n

Authors must provide the name of the ethics committee or institutional review board that approved the study and the approval number or protocol ID. If informed consent was waived, state this clearly and explain the reason. If ethical approval was not required, explain why according to institutional or national regulations.<\/p>\r\n


7. Ethics, clinical trials, and reporting guidelines<\/h2>\r\n

Studies involving humans, animals, or identifiable data must comply with applicable ethical standards. Clinical trials must include the registration number from a registry recognized by the WHO and the ICMJE. For study designs listed by the EQUATOR Network, authors should submit the appropriate completed reporting checklist.<\/p>\r\n


Useful links: ICMJE; WHO International Clinical Trials Registry Platform; EQUATOR Network; https:\/\/ensaiosclinicos.gov.br\/<\/p>\r\n

8. Tables, figures, and videos<\/h2>\r\n

Tables must be numbered with Arabic numerals, cited in the text, and accompanied by a clear title and explanatory notes when needed. Figure captions should appear below the figure. Images must have a minimum resolution of 300 dpi and must be submitted separately. Authors should avoid duplicating information across text, tables, and figures.
Videos may be submitted when they add educational or scientific value. They should be clearly identified and cited in the manuscript. If the video cannot be uploaded because of file size or technical limitations, authors should contact the editorial office at revistaabcd@cbcd.org.br.<\/p>\r\n

9. References<\/h2>\r\n

References must follow Vancouver style and be written in English. There is no maximum number of references; however, authors should cite only relevant and necessary sources. References must be listed in alphabetical order by the first author\u2019s surname and numbered sequentially. In-text citations should use superscript numbers. If a reference has more than 6 authors, list the first 6 authors followed by et al. Journal titles should be abbreviated according to PubMed\/Medline standards. DOI must be included when available.<\/p>\r\n


10. Editorial process<\/h2>\r\n

Submitted manuscripts undergo technical review and external peer review. The editorial office may return manuscripts that do not follow these instructions before peer review. Acceptance depends on scientific merit, methodological quality, ethical compliance, relevance to the journal scope, clarity of presentation, and adequate response to editorial and reviewer comments.<\/p>\r\n


11. Contact<\/h2>\r\n

For questions about submission, files, videos, or editorial communication, contact: revistaabcd@cbcd.org.br.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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