Author Guidelines

These guidelines provide authors with clear instructions for preparing and submitting manuscripts to Heighpubs Otolaryngology and Rhinology (HOR). Following these ensures smooth editorial processing, compliance with international publishing standards, and improved chances of acceptance. HOR aligns with ICMJE Recommendations, COPE guidelines, and WAME principles.

Manuscript Categories

  • Original Research Articles
  • Review Articles
  • Case Reports
  • Short Communications
  • Letters to the Editor
  • Clinical Images
  • Editorials and Commentaries

General Formatting Requirements

  • Language: Manuscripts must be in clear English.
  • Font: Times New Roman, 12 pt, double-spaced.
  • Margins: 1 inch (2.54 cm) on all sides.
  • File type: Microsoft Word (.docx) preferred.
  • Figures: High-resolution TIFF/JPEG (300 dpi minimum).
  • Tables: Editable format, not embedded images.

Manuscript Structure

Manuscripts should generally follow the IMRaD format:

  1. Title Page: Title, authors, affiliations, corresponding author details, and ORCID IDs.
  2. Abstract: Structured (Background, Methods, Results, Conclusion), 250 words maximum.
  3. Keywords: 3–6 terms for indexing.
  4. Introduction: Context, rationale, and objectives.
  5. Methods: Detailed methodology, ethical approval, statistical analysis.
  6. Results: Findings supported by figures/tables.
  7. Discussion: Interpretation, comparison with prior work, limitations, implications.
  8. Conclusion: Key findings and future directions.
  9. Acknowledgments: Funding, contributions, and disclosures.
  10. References: Vancouver style preferred.

Ethical Compliance

  • Human studies: Declaration of Helsinki compliance, informed consent required.
  • Animal studies: ARRIVE guidelines and institutional approval mandatory.
  • Clinical trials: Must include registration number (e.g., ClinicalTrials.gov).
  • Conflicts of interest: Full disclosure in manuscript.

Figures and Tables

All figures must be numbered consecutively and include descriptive captions. Tables must be self-explanatory and referenced in the text. Data duplication between figures and tables should be avoided.

References

HOR follows the NLM style. Citations must be numbered in the text in square brackets [1]. Reference list should be arranged in order of citation.

Supplementary Material

Authors may submit supplementary files (datasets, videos, appendices) to enhance transparency and reproducibility. These are published alongside the article.

Preprints

HOR accepts submissions previously posted as preprints. Authors must disclose preprint DOI/link upon submission.

Article Processing Charges (APCs)

Authors are responsible for APCs as detailed in our Charges Policy. Waivers and discounts are available for eligible authors.

Submission Process

Manuscripts should be submitted through the online submission system. Authors must:

  • Register an account and log in to submit.
  • Upload the manuscript file, figures, and supplementary data.
  • Provide metadata (title, abstract, keywords).
  • Confirm compliance with ethical and formatting requirements.

Best Practices

  • Use clear, concise language free of jargon.
  • Highlight novelty and clinical significance.
  • Provide reproducible methods and robust statistical analysis.
  • Ensure compliance with open data and open science practices where applicable.

Example: An author submitting a case report must include informed consent from the patient, IRB approval if applicable, and high-resolution images with anonymization.

FAQs

What happens if formatting is incorrect?

Manuscripts may be returned to authors for revision before entering peer review.

Can I suggest reviewers?

Yes, authors may suggest 2–3 reviewers, but the final decision rests with the editors.

Are there word limits?

Yes. Original research: 3500–6000 words; Reviews: up to 8000 words; Case reports: 1500–2500 words.

Do all authors need ORCID IDs?

Strongly encouraged; corresponding authors must provide an ORCID ID.

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