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JPRAS Open Template

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About the JPRAS Open format

JPRAS Open is a peer-reviewed journal published by Elsevier, covering Reconstructive Surgery and Microvascular Techniques, Reconstructive Facial Surgery Techniques, Breast Implant and Reconstruction.

PublisherElsevier
Reference styleNumbered (Elsevier)
Numbered — [1], [2] in the text
[1] A. Smith, B. Jones, C. Lee, A representative article title, JPRAS Open 12 (2023) 45–58.

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Publishes research inReconstructive Surgery and Microvascular Techniques Reconstructive Facial Surgery Techniques Breast Implant and Reconstruction Facial Rejuvenation and Surgery Techniques Orthopedic Surgery and Rehabilitation
ISSN2352-5878
Citation impact (2-yr)1.35
h-index27
i10-index140
Total citations5,475
Article processing charge$1,919
Open accessYes
Top institutions publishing hereUniversity College London
Journal websitewww.journals.elsevier.com
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Papers published in JPRAS Open per year

2
2014
50
2015
19
2016
61
2017
60
2018
52
2019
73
2020
102
2021
93
2022
111
2023
194
2024
304
2025

Citation impact of JPRAS Open by publication year

3
2014
196
2015
197
2016
441
2017
495
2018
654
2019
441
2020
674
2021
768
2022
519
2023
683
2024
243
2025

Citations each year’s papers have accumulated so far — the most recent years are still building up.

Most-cited papers in JPRAS Open

Exploring the learning curve of a new robotic microsurgical system for microsurgery

Carlotta Barbon, Lisanne Grünherz, Semra Uyulmaz et al. · 9 Sep 2022

Robotic systems have recently been introduced into micro- and supermicrosurgery showing potential benefits for reconstructive surgery. After showing the feasibility and safety of using the Symani Surgical System® for lymphatic microsurgical procedures in humans, we present the results of the first twenty-two patients operated with the robot. The main goal of the study was to…

Factors associated with acute postoperative pain following breast reconstruction

Anita R. Kulkarni, Andrea L. Pusic, Jennifer B. Hamill et al. · 15 Sep 2016

INTRODUCTION: Post-mastectomy breast reconstruction has become an increasingly important component of breast cancer treatment. Unfortunately, some patients experience severe postoperative pain, placing them at risk for increased clinical morbidity and the development of disabling chronic pain. In an attempt to identify at-risk patients, we prospectively evaluated patient characteristics and medical/surgical variables associated with more severe…

Keloid pathophysiology: fibroblast or inflammatory disorders?

Ferdinand W. Nangole, George W. Agak · 5 Nov 2019

Background: Keloids are defined as a benign dermal fibroproliferative disorder with no malignant potential. They tend to occur following trivial trauma or any form of trauma in genetically predisposed individuals. Keloids are known to grow beyond the margins of the wound and are common in certain body parts. The pathophysiology of keloid remains unclear, and…

History of breast implants: Back to the future

Fabio Santanelli di Pompeo, Guido Paolini, Guido Firmani et al. · 11 Mar 2022

Modern breast implants are a staple of plastic surgery, finding uses in esthetic and reconstructive procedures. Their history began in the 1960s, with the first generation of smooth devices with thick silicone elastomer, thick silicone gel, and Dacron patches on the back. They presented hard consistency, high capsular contracture rates and the patches increased the…

Post-Mastectomy Pain Syndrome: An Up-to-Date Review of Treatment Outcomes

Ava G. Chappell, Selcen S. Yuksel, Daniel C. Sasson et al. · 11 Aug 2021

BACKGROUND: Post-mastectomy pain syndrome (PMPS) is a known debilitating surgical complication. While research on prevention, risk factors, and treatments have been conducted, there remains no cohesive treatment paradigm. The aim of our study is to synthesize the existing evidence on PMPS treatment, which may facilitate the implementation of standardized, effective management strategies. METHODS: Using Preferred…

JPRAS Open template — frequently asked questions

How do I write a paper in the JPRAS Open format?
In DocuGuru you write your manuscript in a normal editor — no LaTeX setup required — and select the JPRAS Open template. When you export, DocuGuru compiles the paper into the official Elsevier format and hands you a submission-ready PDF along with the editable LaTeX source.
What reference style does JPRAS Open use?
JPRAS Open uses Numbered (Elsevier) references, shown as numbered [1], [2] markers in the text. DocuGuru formats every in-text citation and the reference list in this exact style automatically. A reference appears like this: [1] A. Smith, B. Jones, C. Lee, A representative article title, JPRAS Open 12 (2023) 45–58.
Do I need to know LaTeX to submit to JPRAS Open?
No. DocuGuru generates the elsarticle LaTeX class and compiles the PDF for you in the background, so you get a Elsevier-ready JPRAS Open document without writing any LaTeX. If you do want it, the LaTeX source is included in the export.
Can I import an existing draft into the JPRAS Open template?
Yes. Paste or upload your current manuscript — Word, LaTeX, Markdown, or plain text — and DocuGuru reflows it into the JPRAS Open format with correct headings, figures, tables, and numbered citations.
Who publishes JPRAS Open?
JPRAS Open is a multidisciplinary journal published by Elsevier. DocuGuru's JPRAS Open template matches Elsevier's official submission format.
Can I export a submission-ready JPRAS Open PDF?
Yes — DocuGuru produces a PDF built with the official JPRAS Open template (the elsarticle class) that is ready to submit to Elsevier, together with the matching LaTeX source files.
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