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The journal Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia (ABD), indexed in accordance with the databases MedLine, Web of Science, Scopus, Embase - Excerpta Medica, Latindex, LILACS, Periodica, Tropical Diseases Bulletin (TDB) - and included in the Scientific Electronic Library Online (SciELO) - Brazil, is published bimonthly and is devoted to the dissemination of original, unpublished technical-scientific study, resulting from research or reviews of dermatological topics and related matters. Exchanges with other publications may be accepted. According to the Statute of the Brazilian Society of Dermatology, the distribution of the journal is free to its members. The journal Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia follows the rules of the "Uniformity Requirements for Manuscripts Submitted to Biomedical Journals" (Vancouver Norms), whose updated original English version is available on the website: www.icmje.org. Study originated from experiments with humans and animals must comply with the official norms in effect (Resolution CNS 466/12). The Research Ethics Committee of the institution must approve research involving human subjects and animals, with proof of authorization supplied by the authors. Original manuscripts received are forwarded to specialist reviewers for analysis. The process is anonymous, that is, the identity of authors and reviewers is not disclosed. The name of the institution where the research was conducted and/or names of the city/state/country should not appear in the title and body of text at the beginning of the submission process. Authors are informed of the analysis results and should provide the reviewed original article when significant changes are recommended. Opinions and statements presented in the journal are of sole responsibility of their authors and may not be shared by the Editorial Staff, the Advising Council or the Brazilian Society of Dermatology. The Editorial Staff of the Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia and the Brazilian Society of Dermatology does not guarantee or endorse products or services advertised in the journal or any promises related to services or products advertised. Advertisement is of sole responsibility of advertisers. There is no fee for submission and review articles. |
Norms for the presentation of original work
Development and Essential Elements Submit original manuscripts through the online submission system, according to instructions. The font used should be Times New Roman, size 12. All manuscripts should be submitted in ENGLISH; however, native Portuguese speakers, either Brazilians or foreigners, should also submit a PORTUGUESE versionChoose the section the article belongs to and verify, on the cover sheet, the full title of the manuscript, the name(s) of the author(s), full and abbreviated, academic degrees, the name of the institution where the study was conducted, the institution which the author(s) are affiliated to and their respective functions, the complete address of the main author, his or her phone numbers and email address, financial support and potential conflicts of interest. When required by the Editorial Staff for inclusion in the Investigation and Review Sessions, the specific participation of each author in the conduction of the study should be informed, through a declaration signed by the main author (please see "Authorship Criteria" below). Indicate at least 3 and at most 10 descriptors (keywords) which identify the subjects discussed in the text and which are included in the publication "Descriptors in Health Sciences" (DeCS), of Bireme, available on the website http://decs.bvs.br or in Medical Subject Headings (MeSH), of Index Medicus, available on the website www.nlm.nih.gov/mesh. Authorship Criteria References Most Common Examples
Journal Manuscript Book Chapter Thesis or Dissertation Book Website A complete list of examples of bibliographical citations is available here (Adobe Acrobat Reader is required). Illustrations Refer to illustrations in the text and number them using Arabic numerals in a sequence adequate to each type, according to the entry order. Attach all illustrations in the specific field in the submission system. Insert digital images in ".jpg" files and with minimal resolution of 300 dpi. Video file formats no larger than 10 MB with the extensions ".mpg", ".avi" and ".wmv" are also accepted. Charts, tables and graphs Charts, tables and graphs should have a brief and clear title, with explanations, when necessary, in footnotes, and submitted in Word. If data from other sources, published or not, are used in charts and tables, it will be necessary to obtain permission and inform the author, the date and the origin of the data. The source must be cited in the references and credits should appear below the chart, table or graph. Figures and videos If a figure has already been published, the original source must be cited and a written authorization from the individual who owns its copyright must be provided. Public domain documents are exception. When uploading a video, it is necessary to include legends with information such as title of the manuscript, authorship, institution, and other relevant comments. To use photographs of patients, their identity should be kept anonymous. Otherwise, it will be necessary to obtain written permission for their disclosure and dissemination (please see Protection of Rights and Privacy of Patients below). Protection of Rights and Privacy of Patients Participating in Research The written consent for this purpose requires that the manuscript to be published be shown to the patient or person responsible for him/her. Acknowledgment that authorization has been granted should be included in the publication. In the pursuit of anonymity, patient data must never be altered or falsified. Details that may help identifying individuals should be omitted if they are not essential. When experiments with animals are conducted, the approval of the Ethics Committee for Animal Research of the Institution where the research was conducted should be informed. Reproduction of images Measurement Units and Abbreviations All measurements must follow the International System of Units (SI), found on the website http://physics.nist.gov/cuu/Units/units.html. Temperature must be informed in Celsius degrees (oC) and blood pressure in millimeters of mercury (mmHg). Content Continuing Medical Education Uninvited authors may also participate in this section, as long as they contact the Editorial Staff beforehand in order to avoid the duplication of manuscripts. The articles must include: The journal considers acceptable a maximum of four authors for articles in this section. However, it may admit, on exceptional basis, a larger number of authors in studies of greater complexity, which should be accompanied by convincing justification of surplus participation. Abstract, in English and Portuguese, with a maximum of 250 words. Besides an Introduction, the following topics are suggested, if relevant: History; Epidemiology; Etiopathogeny; Clinical Aspects; Classification; Clinical, Laboratorial and Differential Diagnosis; Course; Prognosis; and Treatment. The text must have no more than 10,000 words, excluding illustrations and references. It is mandatory to present updated bibliographical references. A maximum of 12 illustrations is permitted. At the end of the text, it should be included an evaluation test with 20 multiple-choice questions presenting four alternatives, with only one correct answer, so that credits related to the Continuing Medical Education program of the Brazilian Society of Dermatology can be awarded. Investigation
Subdivide the abstract, with a maximum of 250 words, into 5 subtopics:
Case report 1. Abstract in English and Portuguese with a maximum of 120 words; DERMATOPATHOLOGY The text must not exceed 2,500 words, excluding illustrations and references. A maximum of 8 figures and 20 bibliographical references are permitted. The journal considers acceptable a maximum limit of four authors for articles in this section. However, it may admit, on exceptional basis, a larger number of authors in studies of greater complexity, which should be accompanied by convincing justification of surplus participation. Review Bibliographical references must be recent. The following topics must be included: abstract in English and Portuguese, with no more than 250 words; introduction; methods, in the case of systematic review and meta-analysis; other topics may be included at the discretion of the author(s). IMAGES IN TROPICAL DERMATOLOGY IMAGES IN DERMATOLOGY The journal considers acceptable a maximum limit of four authors for articles in this section. However, it may admit, on exceptional basis, a larger number of authors in studies of greater complexity, which should be accompanied by convincing justification of surplus participation. The submission to this section includes images in the areas of Dermoscopy, Confocal Laser Scanning Microscopy, Radiologic Images, and images derived from new technologies. Communication The text should be continuous, not divided into topics, and should have no more than 900 words, excluding illustrations and references. It should include an abstract not exceeding 100 words. The journal considers acceptable a maximum limit of four authors for articles in this section. However, it may admit, on exceptional basis, a larger number of authors in studies of greater complexity, which should be accompanied by convincing justification of surplus participation. There is a limit of 2 illustrations and 10 references. Syndrome in question This section presents a case report representative of an outstanding dermatological syndrome, with the objective of highlighting ordinary syndromes and contributing to the recognition of atypical ones. The following topics should be included: 1. Case report; The Case Report should have no more than 150 words and the Discussion should have no more than 350 words, excluding illustrations and references. There is a limit of 4 illustrations and 10 references. It should include an abstract with a maximum of 100 words. The journal considers acceptable a maximum limit of four authors for articles in this section. However, it may admit, on exceptional basis, a larger number of authors in studies of greater complexity, which should be accompanied by convincing justification of surplus participation. WHAT IS YOUR DIAGNOSIS? Case Report is limited to 150 words and Discussion to 350 words, excluding illustrations and references. Four illustrations and 10 references are permitted. The paper must include an abstract in Portuguese and English with no more than 100 words. The journal considers acceptable a maximum limit of four authors for articles in this section. LETTERS
Correspondence The journal considers acceptable a maximum limit of four authors for articles in this section. However, it may admit, on exceptional basis, a larger number of authors in studies of greater complexity, which should be accompanied by convincing justification of surplus participation. SPECIAL ARTICLES The text must contain a maximum of 10,000 words, excluding illustrations and references. A maximum of 30 references and 6 illustrations are permitted. Author must provide an abstract (in Portuguese and English), with a maximum of 250 words. The manuscripts will be submitted to the review of the Editorial Board. The journal considers acceptable a maximum limit of four authors for articles in this section. However, it may admit, on exceptional basis, a larger number of authors in studies of greater complexity, which should be accompanied by convincing justification of surplus participation. News SUPPLEMENTS Topics that have been written by invitation from the editors and are considered relevant may be included in the Special Article section. All documents, such as Consent of Use for Publication, Conflict of Interest, Disclosure Form, Authorization for Publication of Photographs, and Participation in the Study are available on the journal website. These documents must be signed by all of the participating authors and attached when the article is submitted through the system. Authorization for publication of photographs is only necessary when the face of the patient is completely identified. The document of participation in the study will only be requested by the editors if necessary. Contact us at: |
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