Reviewers’ Considerations for HAP Articles

Ethical Considerations

1. Confidentiality:
   • Treat submitted manuscripts as confidential documents. Do not share or discuss the content with others.
   • Safeguard the authors’ intellectual property by maintaining confidentiality throughout the review process.
2. Conflict of Interest:
   • Disclose any potential conflicts of interest that may affect your impartiality during the review.
   • Transparency ensures unbiased evaluation.
3. Timeliness:
   • Review manuscripts promptly and provide constructive feedback within the stipulated time frame.
   • Timely reviews contribute to efficient editorial processes.
4. Objectivity:
   • Evaluate manuscripts objectively, focusing on scientific merit rather than personal biases.
   • Your assessment should be fair and evidence-based.

Review Process

1. Initial Assessment:
   • Evaluate the manuscript’s relevance, originality, and adherence to the journal’s scope.
   • Consider whether the research addresses important clinical questions or contributes significantly to medical knowledge.
2. Methodology and Rigor:
   • Assess the study design, sample size, statistical methods, and data quality.
   • Look for any potential biases or limitations.
3. Results and Interpretation:
   • Evaluate the clarity and accuracy of the reported results.
   • Consider whether the conclusions are supported by the data.
4. References and Citations:
   • Check the appropriateness and completeness of the reference list.
   • Ensure proper citation of relevant literature.
5. Language and Clarity:
   • Pay attention to the clarity of writing, organization, and overall readability.
   • Suggest improvements if needed.

• • The Vancouver Style is commonly used in the biomedical and health sciences fields. It emphasizes numerical citations within the text, which correspond to a numbered list of references at the end of the article.
  • In-text citations are typically represented as superscript numbers, like this.
  • The reference list should be organized numerically, following the order of appearance in the text.
  • When citing journal articles, include the author(s), title of the article, journal name (abbreviated according to the Index Medicus), volume, issue, page range, and publication year.