Corrections, expressions of concern, and retractions policy
| Post date: 2025/11/3 |
The journal is committed to maintaining the integrity and accuracy of the academic record for all published materials. When a significant error, misleading statement, or inaccurate report is identified, it will be corrected promptly and clearly. If, after appropriate investigation, it is determined that an article is fraudulent or severely flawed, the article will be retracted. Retractions will always be clearly indicated and easily identifiable for readers and indexing services.
Corrections
Corrections may be issued in the form of a corrigendum or erratum when the Editor-in-Chief determines that an error has been identified in a published article that requires clarification or correction. The correction notice will:
Corrections
Corrections may be issued in the form of a corrigendum or erratum when the Editor-in-Chief determines that an error has been identified in a published article that requires clarification or correction. The correction notice will:
- Be published as a separate article in a subsequent issue.
- Reference the original article in full.
- Clearly describe the nature of the correction being made.
This process ensures transparency and accurate communication with readers regarding updates or amendments to previously published content.
Retractions
Retractions are issued when a publication contains major errors or misconduct that invalidate its findings or conclusions. Retractions may also occur due to evidence of plagiarism, duplicate publication, or unethical research practices.
Journal of Surgery and Trauma follows this procedure for confirmed retractions:
Retractions
Retractions are issued when a publication contains major errors or misconduct that invalidate its findings or conclusions. Retractions may also occur due to evidence of plagiarism, duplicate publication, or unethical research practices.
Journal of Surgery and Trauma follows this procedure for confirmed retractions:
- A retraction notice titled “Retraction: [article title]”, signed by the authors and/or the Editor, will be published in a subsequent issue of the journal and listed in the table of contents.
- The electronic article will include a direct link to the retraction notice.
- The online version of the article will display a retraction screen before access, and this screen will contain the retraction statement.
- The original article will remain accessible but include a visible watermark on all PDF and HTML versions clearly marked “Retracted.”
This process ensures accountability, transparency, and preservation of the scientific record while clearly notifying readers of issues in the affected publication.
Editorial Expressions of Concern
If substantial doubt arises about the reliability, integrity, or ethical soundness of a submitted or published article, the Editor-in-Chief may issue an Editorial Expression of Concern. This is considered appropriate in situations where:
Editorial Expressions of Concern
If substantial doubt arises about the reliability, integrity, or ethical soundness of a submitted or published article, the Editor-in-Chief may issue an Editorial Expression of Concern. This is considered appropriate in situations where:
- An investigation is inconclusive but there are reasonable grounds for concern.
- The investigation is ongoing but expected to take a long time to reach a conclusion.
The expression of concern will be published as a formal notice and directly linked to the article in question to alert readers while investigations continue or uncertainties remain unresolved.
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