Language Editing Service
Language editing improves clarity and flow without altering scientific meaning.
Editing Overview
Optional editing improves readability for multidisciplinary gastrointestinal audiences.
Scope
Grammar, terminology consistency, and clarity improvements for methods and results.
Limitations
Editing does not replace peer review or alter data interpretation.
Process
Authors review edits before submission to ensure accuracy.
Confidentiality
Manuscripts are handled confidentially within the editing workflow.
Editing helps authors communicate complex gastrointestinal findings with clarity.
What the Service Includes
Editing focuses on clarity, structure, and consistency.
- Grammar and sentence structure refinement
- Consistency in terminology for gastrointestinal outcomes
- Clarity in methods and results descriptions
- Formatting alignment for tables and figures
Edits are designed to preserve scientific meaning while improving readability for a global clinical audience.
Editing Process
A structured workflow supports transparent timing and expectations.
Request
Email manuscript details and scope
Scope
Confirm level of editing and timeline
Edit
Language specialists refine the text
Review
Authors approve final edits
What to Provide
Provide the manuscript file and any preferred terminology or style notes.
- Brief summary of objectives
- Preferred terminology and abbreviations
- Sections requiring special attention
- Preferred turnaround timing
Editing is optional and supports authors who want additional clarity before peer review.
Clear language improves reviewer focus and speeds decisions for complex gastrointestinal submissions.
What Editing Does Not Include
Editing does not replace scientific review or analysis.
- No changes to data interpretation or statistical analysis
- No peer review decisions or methodological validation
- No authorship changes or content rewriting without approval
- No guarantee of acceptance after editing
Authors remain responsible for scientific accuracy and ethical compliance.
Any substantive changes requested by the author should be reviewed for consistency with the data.
Turnaround and Cost Guidance
Turnaround depends on manuscript length and editing depth.
Editing fees are separate from APCs and apply only when the author elects the service.
Scheduling editing before submission allows time for author review and final checks.
Quality Assurance
Edits are reviewed to ensure clarity without altering scientific meaning.
Editors focus on readability, consistency, and adherence to scientific terminology. Authors review all edits before finalizing the manuscript for submission.
Final approval always remains with the author team.
Clear editing reduces reviewer queries.
Confidential Handling
Manuscripts are handled with confidentiality throughout the editing process.
Files are shared only with assigned editors. Authors should remove any unnecessary patient identifiers before requesting editing.
Confidential handling supports compliance with institutional privacy expectations.
When to Request Editing
Request editing before submission to avoid review delays.
Editing is most effective when the manuscript is complete and figures, tables, and references are finalized.
Allow time for author review of edits and any clarifications before submission to peer review.
Early requests help secure editing capacity when submission deadlines are approaching.
Early planning avoids last minute delays.
Request Language Editing
Email the editorial office to confirm scope and timeline for editing support.
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