Ethical Principles and Publication Policy

The Anatolian Journal of Anesthesiology and Intensive Care is committed to upholding the highest standards of publication ethics. Our policy aligns with the guidelines set by the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE), the International Committee of Medical Journal Editors (ICMJE), and the World Association of Medical Editors (WAME). We expect all parties involved in the publication process—authors, reviewers, and editors—to adhere strictly to these ethical principles.

Authors' Responsibilities

Authors submitting to the journal must ensure their work is original and has not been previously published or is not under consideration elsewhere. All data and findings should be presented accurately, without fabrication or manipulation. Any use of artificial intelligence (AI) in manuscript preparation must be transparently disclosed and described. Authors are responsible for ensuring that all individuals listed as authors meet the ICMJE criteria for authorship. Proper acknowledgment of all contributors who don't meet authorship criteria is required. Furthermore, authors must declare any potential conflicts of interest, including financial or personal relationships that might influence the reported work. Ethical approval for studies involving human subjects or animals, along with informed consent, must be obtained and clearly stated in the manuscript. Authors are also responsible for responding to any inquiries regarding the accuracy or integrity of their work post-publication.

Reviewers' Responsibilities

Peer reviewers play a crucial role in maintaining the quality and integrity of published research. Reviewers are expected to conduct their evaluations objectively and confidentially, providing constructive feedback to help authors improve their manuscripts. They must identify any published work not cited by the authors and bring to the editor's attention any substantial similarities or overlap between the manuscript under review and any other published paper known to them. Reviewers should decline to review if they have a conflict of interest or feel unqualified to assess the manuscript. They must treat manuscripts as confidential documents and not disclose any information about the submission to others.

Editors' Responsibilities

The Editor-in-Chief and the editorial board are responsible for making fair and unbiased decisions regarding manuscript publication. They must ensure that all submitted manuscripts undergo a rigorous and fair peer-review process. Editors are committed to protecting the confidentiality of authors' and reviewers' identities in the double-blind review process. They must also act promptly in cases of suspected misconduct, including plagiarism, data fabrication, or authorship disputes, in accordance with COPE guidelines. Editorial decisions should be based solely on the manuscript's academic merit, its importance to the scientific community, its originality, and its clarity, without regard to the authors' race, gender, sexual orientation, religious belief, ethnic origin, citizenship, or political philosophy. Editors are also responsible for ensuring the ongoing integrity of published content, including issuing corrections, retractions, or expressions of concern when necessary.

Plagiarism Policy

The journal employs plagiarism detection software to screen all submissions. Any form of plagiarism, including self-plagiarism, is strictly prohibited. Manuscripts found to contain significant levels of unoriginal content will be rejected immediately, and further actions may be taken according to COPE guidelines.

Data Sharing and Reproducibility

The journal encourages authors to share their research data to promote transparency and reproducibility. Where applicable, authors should include a data availability statement in their manuscript, indicating where their data can be accessed or providing the rationale for not sharing data.

Appeals and Complaints

Authors have the right to appeal editorial decisions. Appeals should be submitted in writing to the Editor-in-Chief, clearly stating the reasons for the appeal. All complaints regarding the journal's content, policies, or procedures will be handled in a fair and transparent manner, following COPE's recommendations.