Original research: up to 4000 words, up to 300 words abstract, up to 8 tables/figures, and up to 100 references. structured format including sections like introduction, methods, results, discussion, and references.
Narrative review / systematic review/meta-analysis: up to 5000 words, up to 300 words abstract, up to 5 tables/figures, up to 120 references. usually commissioned; non-commissioned submissions require prior editor approval. combines comprehensive evaluations of existing research.
Editorial: no word limit, abstract not specified, tables/figures not specified, references not specified. typically commissioned. non-commissioned pieces require the editor’s approval.
Correspondence: up to 500 words, abstract not required, 1 table/figure, up to 5 references. letters to the editor discussing case studies or responses to published articles. subject to peer review.
Short communication: up to 2000 words, up to 200 words abstract, up to 4 tables/figures, up to 20 references. brief reports on original studies or case series, potentially including negative results. concise and focused.
Special communication: up to 1500 words, up to 200 words abstract, up to 2 tables/figures, and up to 20 references. evidence-based approaches to significant issues. often by invitation; non-invited submissions need editor approval.
Diagnostic test interpretation: up to 1500 words, up to 200 words abstract, up to 2 tables/figures, and up to 20 references. guidance on the application of new diagnostic or prognostic tests. typically commissioned; uncommissioned submissions need prior approval.
Clinical evidence to practice: up to 1500 words, up to 150 words abstract, up to 2 tables/figures, and up to 20 references. summarizes recent clinical trials with a focus on their application in practice. usually commissioned.
Pro/con debates: up to 1000 words, abstract not specified, tables/figures not specified, up to 50 references. presentation of opposing viewpoints on a significant issue. typically commissioned; requires editor approval if uncommissioned.
Case reports/brief reports: up to 1500 words, up to 275 words abstract, up to 3 tables/figures, up to 20 references. reports on unique clinical cases or small series, including significant individual observations.
Commentaries: up to 2000 words, abstract not structured, up to 1 table/figure, up to 20 references. perspectives on topical issues in oncology, often highlighting current research or clinical challenges.
Oncology grand rounds: up to 2500 words, abstract not specified, up to 1 table/figure, references not specified. case-based presentations detailing patient management, focusing on complex cases.
Special articles: up to 4000 words, abstract not structured, up to 6 tables/figures, references not specified. articles including guidelines, consensus meeting summaries, or other significant scholarly communications.
Statistics in oncology: up to 4000 words, abstract not specified, up to 6 tables/figures, up to 150 references. articles presenting new methods, controversies, or reviews relevant to biostatistics and oncology research.
60 questions/answers: no word limit, no abstract limit, up to 3 tables/figures, references not specified. a detailed question-and-answer format covering comprehensive topics within the field, aimed at educating readers on complex issues.
Hypothesis article: up to 3000 words, up to 250 words abstract, up to 4 tables/figures, up to 50 references. proposes a new hypothesis or theoretical framework. supported by preliminary data, logical reasoning, or literature.
News: up to 500 words, abstract not required, 1 table/figure, no references. highlights on news/events, reviews of books, films, plays, and summaries of meetings or conferences.