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Manuscript Submission Guidelines

The production of a text article is an important and necessary part of the JOMI publication process. This text allows authors to elaborate on their narration with further details regarding case history or operating techniques, while also improving accessibility and discoverability of content. This increases the likelihood that the video article will be viewed and cited.

JOMI accepts two types of text articles:

  1. Full Text Articles – Detailed descriptions that accompany the surgical video that offer a comprehensive analysis.
  2. Case Overviews – A more concise article format that provides a broad discussion of the topic while still touching on key procedural and clinical insights.

Authorship Order

Author order for the article may be selected by the attending surgeon, but would default to:

  • First author: Major contributor to the text article, often a resident.
  • Remaining authors: Other contributors to either the video or the text article.
  • Principle Investigator/Last author: Attending surgeon if they are not the first author․

Manuscript Preparation

All text articles should be submitted as a Word document (.doc, .docx, or Google Doc) using this form: Submission Form

  • The main text should be written in prose format (minimal bullet points or enumerated lists).
  • Paragraphs should be separated by a blank line (no indentation).
  • Follow AMA style for references.

Article Structure Options

1. Full Text Articles

Please use the following headings to structure the text article: ARTICLE TEMPLATE.

This format is preferred but not required, and is designed for comprehensive procedural descriptions. Maximum word counts are suggestions, not strict requirements. 

Title and Authors

  • Title should match the title in the video; if a new title is provided, it will be updated in the video.
  • All authors’ names, credentials, and affiliations in the order they should appear for the citation.
  • Contact information for the corresponding author(s).

Abstract

Maximum Length: 300 words

Keywords

  • 3–10 keywords

Case Overview

Maximum length: 1,500 words

A structured detailing of the case, typically including:

  • Background: Introduction to the condition and procedure.
  • Patient History & Exam: Relevant patient history and physical exam findings.
  • Imaging: Any relevant CT, MRI, or X-ray findings.
  • Natural History of Disease: Disease progression if left untreated.
  • Treatment Options: Discussion of surgical vs. non-surgical approaches.
  • Rationale for Treatment: Why this approach was chosen.
  • Special Considerations: When this procedure is particularly useful or contraindicated.

Discussion

Maximum length: 1,500 words

The discussion typically includes:

  • A detailed procedural description.
  • Evolution of surgical techniques.
  • Outcome data, clinical studies, and future advancements.
  • Follow-up information, if available.

Equipment

  • Special equipment, tools, and implants used.
  • Omit common surgical instruments.

Disclosures

Provide relevant disclosures. If there are none, please use a default statement:

“We report no conflicts of interest, financial relationships, funding, sponsorship, equipment support, or other relationships that could be perceived to influence the content of this article.”

Statement of Consent

Authors may use a default statement of consent:

“The patient referred to in this video article has given their informed consent to be filmed and is aware that information and images will be published online."

For pediatric patients, please ensure that the consent statement matches the individual who signed the form (a parent or legal representative), and use the appropriate wording accordingly.

For Parent:

“The parent of the patient referred to in this video article has given informed consent for their child to be filmed and is aware that information and images will be published online."

For a Legal Representative:

“The legal representative of the patient referred to in this video article has given informed consent for the child to be filmed and is aware that information and images will be published online."

Please note that all patients must remain anonymous unless they explicitly agree to be credited for their participation. There should be no identifying information included in either the video or the text article.

References

  • AMA Manual of Style.
  • 5–15 sources recommended
  • List references sequentially in the order they appear.
  • Journal titles should be abbreviated per PubMed standards.
  • Include DOIs for electronic sources.

Acknowledgments

Funding sources and non-author contributions may be listed here.

Tables and Figures

  • Tables: Sequentially labeled with titles above the table (e.g., “Table 1. Occurrence of Refractory GERD in Patients Over 50”).
  • Figures: Professional quality, labeled in order, submitted as separate .jpg or .png files. Titles and descriptions should be included in the document.

Procedure Outline

A structured procedure outline may be submitted for inclusion in the final article.

2. Case Overviews

Please use the following headings to structure the text article: CASE OVERVIEW TEMPLATE.

This format is intended for a more concise, yet still high-level discussions of surgical cases. Maximum word counts are suggestions, not strict requirements.

The structure is as follows:

Title and Authors

  • Title should match the title in the video; if a new title is provided, it will be updated in the video.
  • All authors’ names, credentials, and affiliations in the order they should appear for the citation.
  • Contact information for the corresponding author(s).

Abstract

Maximum Length: 200 words

Case Overview

Maximum Length: 1,500 words

A streamlined discussion of:

  • Condition Overview: Background on the surgical condition.
  • Procedure Summary: Key steps of the surgery.
  • Challenges & Adaptations: Notable difficulties and intraoperative decisions.
  • Clinical Significance: Why this case is relevant for education and practice.

Disclosures

Provide relevant disclosures. If there are none, please use a default statement:

“We report no conflicts of interest, financial relationships, funding, sponsorship, equipment support, or other relationships that could be perceived to influence the content of this article.”

Statement of Consent

Authors may use a default statement of consent:

“The patient referred to in this video article has given their informed consent to be filmed and is aware that information and images will be published online."

For pediatric patients, please ensure that the consent statement matches the individual who signed the form (a parent or legal representative), and use the appropriate wording accordingly.

For Parent:

“The parent of the patient referred to in this video article has given informed consent for their child to be filmed and is aware that information and images will be published online."

For a Legal Representative:

“The legal representative of the patient referred to in this video article has given informed consent for the child to be filmed and is aware that information and images will be published online."

Please note that all patients must remain anonymous unless they explicitly agree to be credited for their participation. There should be no identifying information included in either the video or the text article.

References

Key Differences from Full Text Articles

  • More concise (~1,500 words vs. ~3,000 words).
  • A more high-level discussion with lower level of detail.
  • Easier readability for trainees.

Texts that do not fully meet the above requirements may still be considered if the procedure is unique, introduces a novel approach in current practice, or has exceptional educational value.

Author Inquiries

For any questions or concerns about the submission process, please contact the JOMI editorial team.