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The Journal of Hand Surgery (Asian-Pacific Volume) is a peer-reviewed journal published by World Scientific, covering Orthopedic Surgery and Rehabilitation, Elbow and Forearm Trauma Treatment, Peripheral Nerve Disorders.

PublisherWorld Scientific
Reference styleSuperscript numbered (World Scientific)
Superscript — small raised numerals in the text
1. Smith, A., Jones, B. & Lee, C. A representative article title. The Journal of Hand Surgery (Asian-Pacific Volume) 12, 45–58 (2023).

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Publishes research inOrthopedic Surgery and Rehabilitation Elbow and Forearm Trauma Treatment Peripheral Nerve Disorders Bone fractures and treatments Congenital limb and hand anomalies
ISSN2424-8355
Citation impact (2-yr)0.78
h-index22
i10-index140
Total citations4,446
Top institutions publishing hereNational University Hospital
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Papers published in The Journal of Hand Surgery (Asian-Pacific Volume) per year

1
2011
3
2014
80
2016
105
2017
107
2018
86
2019
105
2020
89
2021
171
2022
110
2023
108
2024
81
2025

Citation impact of The Journal of Hand Surgery (Asian-Pacific Volume) by publication year

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2011
2
2014
537
2016
730
2017
812
2018
558
2019
568
2020
386
2021
441
2022
185
2023
149
2024
37
2025

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

Most-cited papers in The Journal of Hand Surgery (Asian-Pacific Volume)

Surgical Strategy for Scaphoid Nonunion Treatment

Ji Hyun Yeo, Jin Young Kim · 15 Nov 2018

Scaphoid fracture is the most common carpal fracture. Nonunion rate has been reported around 10 to 15% of scaphoid fractures. Risk factors for scaphoid nonunion are known as location, displacement, poor vascularity, time to treatment etc. The goals of surgical treatment for scaphoid nonunion are to achieve bony union, to correct carpal deformities and also…

Plate Fixation versus Percutaneous Pinning for Unstable Metacarpal Fractures: A Meta-analysis

Eitan Melamed, LiJin Joo, E. Lin et al. · 16 Feb 2017

BACKGROUND: Whether percutaneous pinning or plate fixation is more appropriate for metacarpal fractures is still open to debate. Our study purpose was to review the current literature in an attempt to determine the optimal treatment modality for metacarpal fractures on the basis of functional outcomes, radiographic outcome and rates of complications. METHODS: We selected Pubmed,…

Trigger Finger: An Atraumatic Medical Phenomenon

Angelo V. Vasiliadis, Iraklis Itsiopoulos · 15 May 2017

Trigger finger is a mechanical problem with many etiological factors as possible causes, such as diabetes mellitus, carpal tunnel syndrome and repetitive finger movements. Although it can afflict anyone, it is much commoner in middle-aged women than men and the most commonly involved digit is reported to be the thumb. The diagnosis is mainly based…

Basic Statistics for Surgeons

Joshua Xu, Vincent V.G. An, Brahman Sivakumar · 1 Jun 2022

Interpreting research is an important skill to ensure one can maintain their practise with current evidence. The technicalities of statistics can be daunting and thus, this article aims to provide a clear overview of key statistical tests that a surgeon will encounter. It highlights the various study designs, summary statistics and comparative tests that are…

Motec Wrist Arthroplasty: 4 Years of Promising Results

Lolade Giwa, Asim Azhar Siddiqui, Greg Packer · 1 Sep 2018

BACKGROUND: The Motec cementless modular metal-on-metal ball-and-socket wrist arthroplasty is an implant with promising intermediate results. An alternative to primary wrist fusion, total wrist arthroplasty is an option for active patients, who wish to retain their wrist function. It is indicated in cases of degenerative osteoarthritis, post-traumatic arthritis and rheumatoid (inflammatory) arthritis. METHODS: A prospective…

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