Article Types

Our Dermatology Online

Our Dermatology Online publishes several types of scientific, clinical, and educational contributions in the field of dermatology, venereology, and related disciplines.

Authors should select the article type that best corresponds to the content and purpose of their submission.

The editorial office may, after assessment, recommend or require that a manuscript be assigned to a different article type if this more accurately reflects its content.

1. Original Articles

Original Articles present original scientific or clinical research that contributes new knowledge to dermatology, venereology, or related fields.

Original Articles should normally include:

  • Title
  • Abstract
  • Keywords
  • Background
  • Materials and Methods
  • Results
  • Discussion
  • Conclusions
  • References
Abstract key words word limit references
Yes; structured; up to 350 words 3-6 800-1300 (or more) minimum 20

Where applicable, the manuscript should also include information concerning:

  • ethical approval;
  • informed consent;
  • statistical methods;
  • funding;
  • conflicts of interest;
  • data availability.

The structure may be modified where appropriate for the nature of the research.

2. Review Articles

Review Articles provide a comprehensive and critical discussion of an important topic in dermatology or a related field.

Reviews should not merely summarise previously published information. They should provide an appropriate synthesis and critical interpretation of the available evidence.

Depending on the type of review, the manuscript may include:

  • Title
  • Abstract
  • Keywords
  • Introduction
  • Search strategy or methodology, where applicable
  • Main text
  • Discussion
  • Conclusions
  • References (minimum 20)
    Abstract key words word limit references
    Yes; unstructured 3-6 2000 minimum 20

    For systematic reviews and other evidence-based reviews, authors should describe the methodology used to identify, select, and evaluate the relevant literature.

    3. Case Reports

    Case Reports describe individual patients with clinically relevant, unusual, educational, or otherwise noteworthy dermatological or venereological conditions.

    A Case Report should provide sufficient clinical information to allow readers to understand the diagnostic and therapeutic aspects of the case.

    A Case Report should normally include:

    • Title
    • Abstract
    • Keywords
    • Introduction
    • Case Report
    • Discussion
    • Conclusions
    • References
      Abstract key words word limit references
      Yes; structured; up to 150 words 3-6 800-1300 minimum 5

      The report should clearly describe, where applicable:

      • relevant clinical findings;
      • diagnostic investigations;
      • differential diagnosis;
      • treatment;
      • clinical course and follow-up;
      • relevant pathological or laboratory findings.
      Patient Consent

      Authors must obtain appropriate patient consent for publication where required by the journal’s Patient Consent and Case Reports policy.

      Identifying information should be removed whenever possible.

      Clinical photographs must be prepared so that patients cannot be identified unless appropriate consent for publication has been obtained.

      4. Case Series

      Case Series present a group of patients with a common or related clinical condition, diagnostic feature, treatment, or other clinically relevant characteristic.

      A Case Series should clearly explain:

      • the reason for presenting the series;
      • patient selection;
      • relevant clinical characteristics;
      • diagnostic methods;
      • treatment;
      • outcomes and follow-up, where available.
        Abstract key words word limit references
        Yes; structured; up to 150 words 3-6 800-1300 minimum 5

        The manuscript should include appropriate ethical and patient-consent information.

        Patient confidentiality must be maintained throughout the manuscript and associated figures.

        5. Clinical Images

        Clinical Images present particularly informative or educational dermatological findings.

        They may include:

        • characteristic clinical photographs;
        • dermoscopic images;
        • histopathological images;
        • radiological or other diagnostic images relevant to dermatology.

        The accompanying text should be concise and should explain the diagnostic significance of the image.

        Abstract key words word limit references
        No No 300 1-3 maximum

        Where appropriate, the submission should include:

        • a brief clinical description;
        • relevant diagnostic information;
        • diagnosis;
        • differential diagnosis;
        • brief discussion.

        Patient consent requirements apply to identifiable clinical images in accordance with the journal’s Patient Consent and Case Reports policy.

        6. Letters and Correspondence

        Letters and Correspondence may address:

        • previously published articles;
        • clinically relevant observations;
        • scientific or methodological issues;
        • important dermatological findings;
        • concise research observations;
        • matters of general interest to the journal’s readership.
        Abstract key words word limit references
        No No maximum 800 7 maximum

        Letters should be concise and focused.

        Correspondence concerning a previously published article may be sent to the authors of the original article for comment where the Editor considers this appropriate.

        Letters may be subject to editorial assessment and, where appropriate, external peer review.

        7. Others

        miniReview Article; Narrative Review; Practical issues; Opinion Articles

        Abstract key words word limit references
        Yes; unstructured; up to 150 words 3-6 minimum 300 3 minimum
        8. Editorials

        Editorials provide expert commentary on significant issues in dermatology, venereology, research, education, or matters relevant to the journal.

        Editorials may be:

        • invited by the Editor-in-Chief or Editorial Board; or
        • considered by the editorial office when submitted in accordance with the journal’s policies.

        Editorials may be subject to editorial assessment and may not require the same external peer-review process as original research manuscripts.

        9. Invited Articles

        The journal may publish invited contributions from experts in dermatology and related fields.

        Invited Articles may include:

        • expert reviews;
        • special topic articles;
        • educational contributions;
        • commentaries;
        • other manuscripts specifically requested by the editorial team.

        The editorial office determines the appropriate format and review process for invited contributions.

        Invitation or submission of an invited manuscript does not automatically guarantee publication.

        Ethical Requirements According to Article Type

        Different article types may require different ethical documentation.

        Original Research

        Where human participants or identifiable human data are involved, authors should provide relevant information concerning ethical approval and informed consent, where applicable.

        Case Reports and Case Series

        Appropriate patient consent for publication must be obtained where required.

        Clinical Images

        Authors must comply with patient confidentiality and consent requirements.

        Animal Research

        Research involving animals must comply with applicable ethical standards, institutional requirements, and relevant national or international regulations.

        Further information is available in the journal’s Publication Ethics and Malpractice Statement and Statement of Human and Animal Rights.

        Peer Review According to Article Type

        Our Dermatology Online uses a double-blind peer-review process for manuscripts undergoing external peer review.

        Research manuscripts and other submissions considered suitable for external review are normally evaluated by at least two independent reviewers.

        The exact editorial and review procedure may vary according to the article type.

        Editorials, correspondence, invited material, and other non-research contributions may be handled differently at the discretion of the Editor-in-Chief.

        Further information is provided in the journal’s Peer Review Process.

        Originality

        All article types must meet the journal’s requirements concerning originality and publication ethics.

        Manuscripts must not be simultaneously submitted to another journal.

        The journal may use Plagramme as part of its similarity screening process.

        Authors remain responsible for the originality and integrity of their submissions.

        Artificial Intelligence

        The use of artificial intelligence tools in preparing manuscripts is subject to the journal’s AI Policy.

        AI tools cannot be listed as authors.

        Authors remain responsible for the accuracy, originality, integrity, references, data, images, and other content of their submissions.

        Where disclosure is required, authors must disclose relevant use of AI tools according to the journal’s AI Policy.

        Submission

        All manuscripts should be submitted by email to:

        odermatol@yahoo.com

        The corresponding author should submit the manuscript on behalf of all authors and confirm that all authors have approved the submitted version.

        Before submission, authors should also consult:

        Editorial Classification

        The Editor-in-Chief or designated editor may determine the most appropriate article type for a submitted manuscript.

        Authors may be contacted if the selected article type does not correspond to the content of the manuscript.

        Such a classification decision does not affect the scientific evaluation of the manuscript.

        Contact

        Questions concerning article types or manuscript preparation may be directed to:

        odermatol@yahoo.com

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