Use of images

Image processing should be minimal. A certain degree of technical editing is permitted (e.g., adjustments to contrast, brightness, or color balance), provided these changes are applied to the entire image and not to isolated parts. While a reasonable level of processing is acceptable for publication purposes, the final image must faithfully reflect the original data. The Editorial Committee reserves the right to request unprocessed/raw data files as part of the manuscript evaluation during peer review. If such data are not available when requested, the editorial process may be suspended until the situation is satisfactorily resolved.

Photographs showing patients’ faces must be edited to prevent identification. If a previously published figure is included, the source must be indicated and cited, and permission from the copyright holder must be provided.

In some cases, arrows or markers may be necessary to facilitate reader understanding, particularly when presenting imaging or histological findings.

For microscopy images, authors must include a scale bar and specify magnification, staining methods, microscope information, and any software used for image capture or editing. These details must be included in the figure legend or in the Methods section.

Images must have a minimum resolution of 300 dpi. The title should describe the image content, while the legend may include additional relevant information and explain any acronyms or abbreviations used.