Publication of research article in AJG gastroenterology

Article: Although the Editors-in-Chief do not impose page or word limits on articles, they reserve the right to request that any text and/or information deemed non-essential be published online as supplementary material to the main article. In general, limit full-length articles to 3,000 words, not including references, tables, or abstract. Include a structured abstract of 250 words or fewer and study highlights. All articles must include the following section headings:

• Introduction: the specific aim(s) and an a priori hypothesis must be stated.
• Methods: must include sufficient information by which to judge the quality of the research, including statistical analyses and study power where appropriate.
• Results: do not duplicate results presented in the text and tables.
• Discussion: consider including a brief statement of the principal findings, the strengths and weaknesses of the study, strengths and weaknesses in relation to other studies, a consideration of important differences in results, the meaning   of the study, including possible explanations and implications for clinicians and policymakers, and a commentary considering unanswered questions and future research.