Aims and Scope

Journal Objectives

Heighpubs Otolaryngology and Rhinology (HOR) aims to publish high-quality research that advances the understanding, diagnosis, and treatment of disorders affecting the ear, nose, throat (ENT), and related structures of the head and neck. The journal serves as a global platform for sharing new knowledge, cutting-edge surgical techniques, translational research, and clinical innovations. By fostering collaboration across disciplines, HOR strives to improve patient care, enhance surgical outcomes, and contribute to the broader field of medical science.

Scope of the Journal

HOR welcomes original research articles, systematic reviews, meta-analyses, case reports, short communications, technical notes, and editorials across a wide range of topics in otolaryngology and rhinology. The scope of the journal includes but is not limited to the following areas:

Otolaryngology and Head & Neck Surgery

• Diagnosis and treatment of ENT disorders
• Advances in surgical techniques and technologies
• Head and neck oncology, including thyroid and salivary gland disorders
• Microvascular and reconstructive surgery

Rhinology and Sinus Disorders

• Endoscopic sinus surgery and innovations in instrumentation
• Chronic rhinosinusitis and nasal polyposis
• Allergic rhinitis and immunological aspects of rhinology
• Olfactory disorders and smell research

Otology and Neurotology

• Hearing loss, tinnitus, and cochlear implantation
• Balance and vestibular disorders
• Otitis media, cholesteatoma, and ear infections
• Neuro-otology research and auditory neuroscience

Laryngology and Voice

• Voice and swallowing disorders
• Phonosurgery and voice rehabilitation
• Laryngeal cancers and airway management
• Sleep-disordered breathing and obstructive sleep apnea

Pediatric Otolaryngology

• Pediatric airway disorders
• Cleft lip and palate management
• Pediatric hearing and speech development
• Congenital anomalies of the head and neck

Interdisciplinary and Emerging Areas

HOR actively encourages submissions that explore interdisciplinary intersections of otolaryngology and rhinology with fields such as:

• Oncology: ENT-related cancers, multidisciplinary tumor management, and survivorship care.
• Immunology and Allergy: Immunopathology of rhinitis, asthma, and ENT comorbidities.
• Neurosciences: Neural mechanisms of hearing, smell, and balance.
• Biomedical Engineering: Development of novel surgical devices, prosthetics, and implants.
• Artificial Intelligence & Imaging: AI in diagnostics, imaging analytics, and surgical navigation systems.
• Public Health: Epidemiology of ENT disorders, screening programs, and health disparities.

Why Publish with HOR?

• Global Reach: Articles are accessible worldwide under the CC BY 4.0 license.
• Indexing: Indexed in Google Scholar, DOAJ, CrossRef, and under evaluation for Scopus and Web of Science.
• Rigorous Peer Review: Double-blind peer review by experts in the field.
• Rapid Publication: Fast-track options while maintaining editorial quality.
• Interdisciplinary Appeal: Content relevant to ENT surgeons, oncologists, neuroscientists, and biomedical engineers.

Example Topics Previously Featured

• Minimally invasive approaches to skull base surgery
• Role of biologics in chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyps
• Cochlear implant outcomes in pediatric and geriatric populations
• Advances in phonosurgery for professional voice users
• Clinical case series on rare ENT malignancies

FAQs

Do you accept interdisciplinary research?

Yes, HOR actively supports interdisciplinary submissions that integrate ENT with oncology, neuroscience, AI, and public health.

Can I submit negative or confirmatory results?

Yes, HOR values all scientifically sound contributions, including replication studies and confirmatory trials.

Are review articles considered?

Yes, invited and unsolicited review articles are welcome. Systematic reviews and meta-analyses are particularly encouraged.

What languages are accepted?

Submissions must be in English. However, HOR supports abstracts in multiple languages to enhance accessibility.

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