Informed consent policy

For all submitted manuscripts involving human subjects, authors are required to provide a statement verifying that consent has been obtained from all parties involved or their legal representatives, where appropriate.

This statement should include details regarding the consent process, and how anonymity and confidentiality were maintained. In the event that consent has not been obtained, authors are required to provide a statement of reasons for the lack of consent. Failure to comply with this policy may lead to the rejection or retraction of the manuscript.