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The Sections of Revista de Neurología

The Revista de Neurología includes the following sections:

• Editorials: These are typically commissioned by the journal's Editorial Board. They may include opinion pieces (aimed at refining or adding to the conclusions of one or more scientific articles), reflective pieces (to share personal knowledge on a topic of interest), or informative/analytical (offering a review on a specific theme while proposing original conclusions), among others.
• Original Articles and Short Reports: These present research work that provides new data in areas of interest to the Revista de Neurología. Manuscripts must be structured into the following sections: "Introduction", "Materials and Methods", "Results", "Discussion", "Conclusions", and "References". See the length and format requirements in the Article Structure section.
• Reviews: These provide an in-depth analysis of published articles on a specific topic. They must include an analysis of information sources, a critical discussion of the results, and conclusions that contribute to the current literature. See the length and format requirements in the Article Structure section.
• Case Reports: These present clinical cases of interest due to their originality, aiming to describe and document interactions with the patient. See the length and format requirements in the Article Structure section.
• Neuroimagings: These offer descriptions and commentary on images of high clinical interest. See the length and format requirements in the Article Structure section.
• Letter to the Editors: These are comments on published articles, potential replies, and other brief materials that do not fit into the previous sections. See the length and format requirements in the Article Structure section.

For other article types, please contact the editorial office before submission.

 

Publication Language

Revista de Neurología accepts articles in Spanish and English. 

 

Publication Cost

Publishing in the Revista de Neurología is $1,500 (which includes translation costs to enhance the dissemination of the publication). Members are eligible for corresponding discounts. The author will always receive a PDF copy of their published article. Additionally, they may request printed reprints at their own expense upon receipt of the galley proofs by contacting secretaria@neurologia.com. 

 

Submission and Editorial Process of the Manuscript

The Editorial Board of Revista de Neurología consists of experts in their respective fields. Revista de Neurología, being aware of the potential impact of both current and future published content, does not support models of superficial review, light review, or publication without review.

In each article, every effort is made to achieve the highest scientific quality, thanks to the collaborative interactions between the Editorial Board, reviewers, and authors.

Publishing in Revista de Neurología is conducted under a double-blind peer review process, applying the most rigorous and impartial assessments in line with the high standards of the Revista de Neurología review system.

Any article submitted to Revista de Neurología must be sent through the journal’s website under the Submit section. Please carefully read the Instructions for Authors section before submitting your manuscript.

Once the article is submitted to the editorial office, it will be assigned a reference number that will identify it throughout the entire editorial process. This number will be shared with the corresponding author via email, through which they can obtain information on the status of the article's review process, which follows these phases:

Phase 1: Validation by the Editorial Board 

The Editor-in-Chief initially validates that the article meets basic quality standards and is free of any obvious objective errors.

Once the article is validated, it may be shared with the Editorial Board, who are mandated to review the manuscript only if they have no relevant conflicts of interest. These conflicts should be communicated to the Editor-in-Chief or the Editorial Board (see Conflict of Interest in Publishing Ethic section).

If it is determined that the Editor-in-Chief or Editorial Board may have any potential conflicts of interest or cannot conduct the peer review in a timely manner, the Editor-in-Chief may request support from the Editorial Board. Together, they can assign a specific new Editorial Board to review the article and assign it to a reviewer if necessary.

Phase 2: Selection of Reviewers

At this stage, the Editor responsible for coordinating the peer review process can personally select and invite the most suitable reviewers to conduct a peer review of the manuscript.

Reviewers, as established for the rest of the Editorial Board, are mandated to review a manuscript only if they have no relevant conflicts of interest, which should be communicated to the Editor (see Conflict of Interest in Publishing Ethic section). If a conflict of interest arises, the Editorial may assign a new reviewer to assess the article.

Phase 3: Peer Review and Double-Blind Process

In this phase, the identities of the author and reviewer are protected to ensure complete freedom of opinion and independent evaluation.

Manuscripts that pass Phase 1 are forwarded to reviewers with expertise in the article’s topic for a double-blind peer review. Depending on the manuscript's content, technical, statistical, and pharmacological evaluations may be requested when dealing with clinical trials and/or drug studies.

Phase 4: Acceptance or Rejection of the Manuscript

Based on the reports provided by reviewers, the Editor-in-Chief and Editorial Board will evaluate the feedback from the reviewer and inform the authors of the required modifications to address the reviewers' comments. This allows authors to amend the article for re-evaluation based on the reviewer’s suggestions, ultimately leading to the article's acceptance or rejection. The decision to accept or reject an article must be unanimous between the assigned reviewer and the Editorial Board.

The author will have up to 3 months to make the necessary amendments. If a revised manuscript is not submitted within this timeframe, the requested amendments are not fulfilled, or the article does not meet sufficient quality standards, the Editorial Board will consider the article withdrawn.

In case of disputes between authors and reviewers, the Editorial Board and the Author Advocate may initiate an arbitration process to ensure a constructive review phase that supports the ethics of both the journal and the author.

Phase 5: Editorial Review after Scientific Acceptance

Once the article is accepted by the Editorial Board, the editorial office reviews the formal aspects of the work, as described in the section Presentation and Structure of the Text according to Revista de Neurología. A manuscript may be returned to the authors if it does not meet the submission standards; the editorial office will be responsible for its approval for publication. The author will then have a maximum of 1 month to submit a revised version of the article that complies with the journal's standards. If the revised version is not received in due time and form, the editorial office, with validation from the Editor-in-Chief, will consider the manuscript withdrawn.

At this stage, authors may request translation services for their articles from the Revista de Neurología by requesting a formal quote via email at secretaria@neurologia.com.

Once validated, the articles undergo a spelling and style check that authors may review in the galley-proof phase.

Phase 6: Galley-Proof Review

The editorial office will send the galley proofs to the corresponding author for a final review before publication. The author can approve the proofs or suggest necessary changes.

This review must be completed within 3 to 5 calendar days, as any delay in returning the proofs could postpone the article's publication. No structural changes are accepted for already approved manuscripts.

Phase 7: Publication

The editorial office will publish the article at www.neurologia.com, and also in PDF format for complete download.

Each author who has provided an email address will receive a PDF copy of their work in article reprint format.

If the author wishes to receive a printed reprint, they may request it at their own expense by asking for a quote through secretaria@neurologia.com.

Phase 8: Post-Publication Quality Control

Revista de Neurología complies with the protocol for monitoring, amending, and rectifying articles if the community raises and validates serious concerns warranting retraction, including ethical issues, honest errors, or scientific misconduct.

Any potential issue should be reported to secretaria@neurologia.com, specifying the volume, number, and article name, as well as the observations that the submitter wishes to bring forward.

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The exclusion or rejection of a work does not necessarily imply a lack of quality; rather, it may indicate that its subject matter does not align with the scope of the publication.

 

Presentation and Structure of the Text according to the Section of Revista de Neurología

Below are the guidelines and structure for submitting a manuscript. Each article should be organized into clearly defined sections and subsections (“Abstract”, “Keywords”, etc.), as outlined below.

The submission must include:

• A cover letter addressed to the Editor-in-Chief of Revista de Neurología, indicating the agreement of all authors on the manuscript’s content and disclosing any potential conflicts of interest. See the section Conflict of Interest section in Publishing Ethic section.
• The article must be submitted as a Microsoft Word file containing the text and tables, along with separate files for each editable figure (one file per figure, specifying the program used to create it). The permitted length, as well as the maximum number of figures and tables, is detailed in Appendix I.
• Reproduction permissions for any materials (tables, figures, videos, etc.).
• Informed consents if patient information is used. See the Informed Consent and Privacy section in Publishing Ethic section.

Authors may also include:

• An author video summary.
• Test questions for the Continuing Medical Education (CME) of Revista de Neurología. See the section "Optional Materials That May Accompany the Article."

First Pages of the Article

The first pages of the article should contain:

• The title of the work*.
• The full name and last name of each author and their affiliation at the time of manuscript submission.
• The name and postal address of the institution of the corresponding author (including a contact email) should be provided, and it is encouraged to include their ORCID code as well.
• Acknowledgments.
• Details of any total or partial external funding sources. See the Funding Sources section in Publishing Ethic section.
• Conflicts of interest (or lack thereof). See the Conflict of Interest section in Publishing Ethic section.
• A statement of the article's originality. See the Originality of the Article section in Publishing Ethic section.
• Suggested header words, corresponding to the abbreviated title that will appear in the right margin of the article once formatted. This should be no longer than four or five words.

*It is recommended to draft a provisional title before writing the manuscript and finalize the title upon completion. Titles should be as concise as possible, clearly describing the content of the work and avoiding acronyms, abbreviations, subjective assessments, or superfluous elements, as the title serves as a guide for readers or researchers seeking relevant works.

The Article

The article must contain:

• Abstract. It should be under 250 words and structured according to the following format:
  • Original Articles and Short Reports: introduction, subjects (patients/animals/materials) and methods, results, conclusions.
  • Reviews: introduction, development, conclusions.
  • Case Reports: introduction, clinical cases, conclusions.
  • Neuroimagings and Letter to the Editors: do not require an abstract.
• Keywords. Six keywords will be included, listed in alphabetical order and separated by a period, which should allow for the classification and identification of the manuscript's content. Preferably, terms from the Medical Subject Headline list in Index Medicus (http://www.nlm.nih.gov/mesh/MBrowser.html) should be used.

Note: Neuroimaging and Letter to the Editor texts do not require keywords.

• Manuscript Development. (the length and the maximum number of figures and tables allowed are detailed in Appendix I) according to the section:

Original Articles and Short Reports

• Introduction or Objectives. This section should clearly present the background and purpose of the work, as well as summarize the motivation behind conducting it, without conducting an in-depth review of scientific literature or summarizing the results.
• Subjects (Patients/Animals/Materials) and Methods. Clearly describe the selection criteria, study material, subjects, and study design. The methods for statistical evaluation should also be clearly stated.
• Results. Results should be concise and present only the most relevant data. Avoid repeating information in the text if it has already been displayed through tables or figures.

Note: No bibliographic citations should be included in this section.

• Discussion. No new data should be introduced that were not already described in the results.
• Conclusions. Conclusions can be presented as a separate section or as a subsection within the discussion. They should provide a summary and personal interpretation of the results obtained after the research.
• References. The reference should be as updated as possible, following the reference format of the International Committee of Medical Journal Editors (known as the Vancouver style, http://www.icmje.org), limiting the author names to six, followed by “et al.”

References should be cited in the text with Arabic numerals in brackets (not parentheses), aligned with the text (not superscript) (e.g., “[1-3,6]”). They should be numbered consecutively as they appear in the text and fully developed in the bibliography section.

If a reference is pending publication, it should be noted as “[in press],” and the authors are responsible for its accuracy.

Journal titles should be abbreviated according to the List of Journals Indexed in Index Medicus (http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/PubMed).

Personal communication references are not allowed.

Note: Examples of bibliographic references are provided in Appendix II, and the maximum number of bibliographic citations allowed by article type is specified in Appendix I.

• Data Availability. Clinical trial or research article authors may add a data sharing statement at the end of the article, following the "Bibliography" section.

For further information on data sharing, they may refer to the two external links provided by Revista de Neurología:

1. • Sixto-Costoya A, Aleixandre-Benavent R, Vidal-Infer A, Lucas-Dominguez R, Castello-Cogollos L. Data sharing: what it is and how research data can be shared. Manual for information managers. Madrid: Sociedad Española de Documentación e Información Científica (SEDIC); 2019. URL: https://www.sedic.es/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Data_Sharing-DEF.pdf. Last accessed: 27.07.2022.
   • Government of Spain. Ministry of Economic Affairs and Digital Transformation. Towards open access of scientific information in the European Union. Madrid: Government of Spain. Ministry of Economic Affairs and Digital Transformation; 2016. URL: https://datos.gob.es/es/noticia/hacia-el-acceso-abierto-de-la-informacion-cientifica-en-la-union-europea. Last accessed: 27.07.2022.

• Tables. Tables should be presented in text format, never as embedded images within the document. Each table should be separated by a page break, clearly numbered in Roman numerals (e.g., Table I, Table II, etc.), and presented in order of appearance in the text. Any abbreviations used should be explained in the table footer, along with footnotes, noted sequentially with superscript letters (e.g., a, b). If the table is adapted from another publication, appropriate permission must be obtained and attached.

Note: The maximum number of tables allowed for this section is specified in Appendix I.

• Figures. Figures may be created by the author (in PowerPoint, InDesign, Illustrator, etc.) or may be derived from photos, video captures, or examination results (e.g., ECG, MRI, etc.).

They must be submitted separately as individual files in their original software format to allow for editing by the publisher. If sourced from other works, consent for reproduction/publication should be obtained and provided for evaluation by the editorial office, if necessary.

Figures should be numbered sequentially in Arabic numerals based on their appearance in the text, with figure titles (e.g., Figure 1, Figure 2, etc.). Numbering, titles, and captions (if any) should be included with the article, not as part of the figure itself.

For images, acceptable formats are PNG or TIFF, with a minimum resolution of 300 dpi for an image width of 8.5 cm (or equivalent inverse proportions, i.e., 150 dpi for a width of 17 cm). Ensure that any letters, numbers, and symbols in the images are legible so that figure reduction does not compromise readability.

Note: The maximum number of figures allowed for this section is provided in Appendix I.

• Videos. The inclusion of original videos demonstrating techniques, diagnostic processes, or treatments that significantly enhance the study's information is permitted.

Videos should be submitted separately as individual files, removing any identifying patient information. If this is not feasible, a signed informed consent form must be provided. For videos originating from other sources, explicit permission for reproduction/publication within the article must be attached.

Videos will be numbered sequentially in Arabic numerals according to their appearance in the text (e.g., Video 1, Video 2, etc.), and each video should include a title. The numbering, titles, and captions (if applicable) should be included within the article and not embedded in the video itself.

• Abbreviations. Only standard abbreviations should be used, as non-standard abbreviations may be confusing for the reader. Abbreviations should be avoided in the title and minimized in the abstract. Any abbreviations used must be fully explained upon first use in the text.

Optional Materials to Accompany the Article

• English Version of the Article. Authors may submit an English version of their article equivalent to the Spanish version (without guarantee of acceptance by the editorial board). Translations submitted to Revista de Neurología should include all editorial board-recommended changes. If desired, the author may request a translation from Revista de Neurología for publication in other languages (see the sections on Publication Language and Publication Cost).
• Author Summary Video. The author may accompany the article with a video of 3 to 4 minutes summarizing the key aspects of the article. The video should be self-recorded following the editorial guidelines provided [here]; once received by the editorial office, the video will be edited.

Including a video is highly recommended to increase the reach of the article. The video will be shared on the magazine's website and its social media platforms.

Test Questions. The author may provide 5 multiple-choice questions, each with 5 possible answers, only one of which will be correct.

Reviews

• Introduction or Objectives. This section should clearly outline the background and objective of the work, as well as summarize the reasons that motivated its creation.
• Development. This is the main body of the article. There is no fixed structure.
• Conclusions. These can be presented as a separate section or as a subsection of the development section. They should provide a summary of the findings and a personal interpretation of the results obtained from the research.
• References. The reference should be as up-to-date as possible and follow the reference format of the International Committee of Medical Journal Editors, known as the Vancouver Style (http://www.icmje.org), limiting the list of authors to six followed by "et al."

References will be indicated in the text using Arabic numerals in brackets (not parentheses) aligned with the text (not in superscript) (e.g., “[1-3,6]”). They should be listed consecutively according to their appearance in the text and detailed in the corresponding reference section.

If a reference is pending publication, it should be described as “[in press],” and the authors are responsible for its accuracy.

Journal titles should be abbreviated according to the recommendations of the List of Journals Indexed in Index Medicus (http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/PubMed).

Personal communication references are not accepted.

Note: Examples of bibliographic references are provided in Appendix II, and the maximum number of bibliographic citations allowed per article type is indicated in Appendix I.

• Tables. Tables should be presented in text format, never as an embedded figure within the document. Each table should be placed on a separate page, clearly numbered (in Roman numerals, e.g., Table I, Table II, etc.) sequentially according to its appearance in the text.

The meaning of abbreviations and any notes should be explained at the bottom of each table, with notes marked sequentially with a superscript letter (e.g., a, b). If the author proposes a table obtained from another publication, permission must be obtained and included.

Note: The maximum number of tables allowed for this section is indicated in Appendix I.

• Figures. Figures may be created by the author (in PowerPoint, InDesign, Illustrator, etc.) or may include photographs, video captures, or diagnostic images (e.g., ECG, MRI).

They should be submitted separately in individual files and in their original format to allow editing by the publisher. For figures from other works, written permission for reproduction/publication must be attached.

Figures should be numbered consecutively in Arabic numerals according to their order in the text, and each should have a caption (e.g., Figure 1, Figure 2, etc.). The numbering, titles, and captions (if any) should be included with the article, not as part of the figure itself.

For images, accepted formats are PNG or TIFF, with a minimum resolution of 300 dpi for an image width of 8.5 cm (or inversely proportional, i.e., 150 dpi for an image width of 17 cm, etc.). Ensure that any letters, numbers, and symbols in the images are clear and legible, as reducing the figure size should not impair readability.

Note: The maximum number of tables allowed for this section is indicated in Appendix I.

• Videos. Authors may include videos of techniques, diagnostic, or treatment processes that significantly expand on the study information.

Videos should be presented separately, in individual files, with any patient-identifying data removed. If not possible, informed consent documentation must be included. For videos from other works, permission for reproduction/publication must be included with the article.

Videos should be numbered sequentially in Arabic numerals according to their appearance in the text (e.g., Video 1, Video 2, etc.), and each must have a title. The numbering, titles, and captions (if any) should be included with the article and not embedded in the video.

• Abbreviations. Only standard abbreviations should be used, as non-standard abbreviations can be extremely confusing to readers. Avoid abbreviations in the title of the work and minimize their use in the abstract. Any abbreviations used should be defined in the text the first time they appear.

Optional Materials That May Accompany the Article:

• English Version of the Article. Authors may, if they wish, submit an English version of their article equivalent to the Spanish version (without commitment of acceptance by the editorial board). The translation was submitted to the Reveditorial board. If desired, authors can request that Revista de Neurología translate the article for publication in languages other than those used by the journal (see the sections on Publication Language and Publication Cost).
• Author Summary Video. The author may include a video of 3 to 4 minutes summarizing the key points of the article. This video should be self-recorded following the editorial guidelines found here; once received by the publisher, the video will be edited.

Including a video is highly recommended to increase the reach of your article's publication. The video will be shared on the journal's website and social media.

• Test Questions. The author may provide 5 multiple-choice questions, each with 5 possible answers, only one of which will be correct.

Case Reports

• Introduction. The objective of the work should be stated clearly, along with a summary of the reasons that motivated its creation.
• Clinical Case. This section presents the case, describing the patient's illness and progression in chronological order. It includes symptomatology, relevant clinical history, physical examination results, complementary tests, treatment, and outcome.
• Discussion. Summarize the main findings of the case, highlight its unique aspects, and compare them with previously known or published information.
• Conclusions. Emphasize a specific takeaway that clearly arises from the comprehensive analysis of the case on a personal level.
• References. Should be as up-to-date as possible and follow the reference format set by the International Committee of Medical Journal Editors, known as the Vancouver Guidelines (http://www.icmje.org), limiting author names to six, followed by “et al.”

References should be identified in the text with Arabic numerals in brackets (not parentheses), aligned with the text (not in superscript) (e.g., “[1-3,6]”). They should be listed consecutively in order of appearance and fully expanded in the reference section.

If a reference is pending publication, it should be described as “[in press],” and its accuracy is the responsibility of the authors.

Journal titles should be abbreviated according to the recommendations in the List of Journals Indexed in Index Medicus (http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/PubMed).

Personal communication references are not accepted.

Note: Examples of bibliographic references can be found in Appendix II, and the maximum number of references permitted by article type is outlined in Appendix I.

• Tables. Tables should be presented in text format, never as an embedded figure. Each table should be placed on a separate page, with clear numbering (in Roman numerals, e.g., Table I, Table II, etc.), following the order of appearance in the text. Abbreviations in the table should be explained in the footnotes, as well as annotations marked with superscript letters (e.g., a, b). If a table is taken from another publication, permission must be obtained and provided.

Note: The maximum number of tables allowed for this section is specified in Appendix I.

• Figures. A figure may be created by the author (in PowerPoint, InDesign, Illustrator, etc.) or taken from photographs, video captures, diagnostic tests (ECG, MRI, etc.).

They should be presented separately in independent files in their original format to allow for editorial editing. If figures are from other works, the reproduction/publication consent must be attached with the article submission.

Figures should be numbered consecutively in Arabic numerals according to their appearance in the text, with a figure title included (e.g., Figure 1, Figure 2, etc.). The numbering, titles, and captions (if present) should accompany the article and not be part of the figure itself.

Images should be in PNG or TIFF format, with a minimum resolution of 300 dpi for an 8.5 cm wide image (or inverse equivalents, e.g., 150 dpi for an image width of 17 cm, etc.). Ensure that letters, numbers, and symbols are legible and clear so that resizing does not impair readability.

Note: The maximum number of figures allowed for this section is outlined in Appendix I.

• Videos. Authors may include videos showcasing techniques, diagnostic or treatment processes that add significant information to the study.

They should be submitted as separate files, removing any data that could identify the patient. If this is not possible, informed consent must be provided. If videos are from other sources, permission for reproduction/publication within the article must be included.

Videos should be numbered consecutively in Arabic numerals according to their appearance in the text (e.g., Video 1, Video 2, etc.), and each should have a title. The numbering, titles, and captions (if present) should be submitted with the article and not embedded within the video.

• Abbreviations. Only standard abbreviations should be used, as non-standard abbreviations can be confusing for readers. Avoid using abbreviations in the title of the work and minimize their use in the abstract. Abbreviations introduced by the author should be expanded upon their first use in the text.

Optional Materials Accompanying the Article

• English Version of the Article. Authors may provide an English version of their article equivalent to the Spanish version (without guarantee of acceptance by the editorial board). The translation submitted to Revista de Neurología should incorporate all changes suggested by the editorial board. If desired, authors can request a translation for publication in other languages (see the sections on Publication Language and Publication Cost).
• Author Summary Video. Authors may include a 3–4 minute self-recorded video summarizing the main points of the article. Editorial guidelines for recording the video are available here; once received, the editorial office will edit it.

A video is highly recommended to increase the article's reach. It will be shared on the journal’s website and its social networks.

• Test Questions. Authors can provide five multiple-choice test questions with five possible answers, of which only one is correct.

Neuroimagings

• Main Text. The main text summarizes the key findings from the image of a clinical case, highlighting its specific characteristics. It may describe the disease and the patient's progression in chronological order.
• Note: The maximum number of figures allowed for this section is specified in Appendix I.
• Conclusions. This section should deliver a personal, specific message derived clearly from the full analysis of the case image.
• References. The reference should be as current as possible and follow the reference format set by the International Committee of Medical Journal Editors, known as the Vancouver style (http://www.icmje.org), with author names limited to six, followed by "et al."

In-text citations should be identified by Arabic numerals in brackets (not parentheses) aligned with the text (e.g., "[1-3,6]") and numbered consecutively according to their order of appearance. These citations will be detailed in the bibliography section.

If a reference is pending publication, it should be cited as "[in press]"; authors are responsible for its accuracy.

Journal titles should be abbreviated per the List of Journals Indexed in Index Medicus (http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/PubMed).

References to personal communications are not allowed.

Note: Examples of bibliographic references are provided in Appendix II, and the maximum number of citations permitted per article type is listed in Appendix I.

• Figures. An image may include photographs, video captures, or test results (e.g., ECG, MRI) obtained by the author.

They must be submitted separately in individual files, with any patient-identifying data removed. If not, an informed consent document must be provided. If the images belong to other works, consent for reproduction/publication within the article must be included.

Figures will be numbered sequentially with Arabic numerals according to their appearance in the text, with a title for each figure. Numbering, titles, and captions (if applicable) should be included with the article, not as part of the image.

Accepted formats are PNG or TIFF, with a minimum resolution of 300 dpi for an 8.5 cm width image (and equivalent inverse proportions, i.e., 150 dpi for a 17 cm width). It is important to ensure that letters, numbers, and symbols in the images are clear and readable, so the figure's reduction does not compromise legibility.

Note: The maximum number of images allowed for this section is specified in Appendix I.

• Videos. Including personal videos illustrating techniques, diagnostic processes, or treatment that significantly enhance the study’s information is permitted.

Videos must be submitted separately in individual files, with any patient-identifying data removed. If not, an informed consent document must be provided. If the videos belong to other works, consent for reproduction/publication within the article is required.

Videos will be numbered sequentially with Arabic numerals according to their appearance in the text (e.g., Video 1, Video 2) and should include a title. Numbering, titles, and captions (if applicable) should be provided with the article, not as part of the video.

• Abbreviations. Only standard abbreviations should be used, as non-standard abbreviations can be confusing for readers. Abbreviations should be avoided in the article title and minimized in the abstract. Any abbreviations used by the author should be defined the first time they appear in the text.

Optional Materials Accompanying the Article

• English Version of the Article. Authors may optionally provide an English version of their article equivalent to the Spanish version (without obligation of acceptance by the editorial board). The translation submitted to Revista de Neurología must include all changes suggested by the editorial board. If desired, the author can request Revista de Neurología to translate the article for publication in languages not covered by the journal (see the sections on Publication Language and Publication Cost).
• Author's Summary Video. The author may accompany the article with a 3 to 4-minute video summarizing the article's key aspects. The video should be self-recorded, following the editorial guidelines found [here]; once received by the publisher, the video will be edited.

A video is highly recommended to increase the reach of the article’s publication. The video will be shared on the journal’s website and social media.

Letter to the Editors

Despite not requiring a defined structure, it is recommended that the text be organized as follows:

• Introduction. It should clearly state the objective, as well as summarize the motivations behind its creation.
• Body of the text.
• Conclusions. Emphasize a specific, personal message that clearly arises from the complete analysis of the case.
• References. The references should be as up-to-date as possible and follow the reference format of the International Committee of Medical Journal Editors, known as the Vancouver Guidelines (http://www.icmje.org), limiting author names to six followed by "et al."

References should be cited in the text using Arabic numerals in brackets (not parentheses), aligned with the text (not in superscript) (e.g., “[1-3,6]”). They should be numbered consecutively in the order they appear in the text and listed in the bibliography section.

If a reference is pending publication, it should be described as “[in press]”; the authors are responsible for the accuracy of such references.

Journal titles should be abbreviated following the recommendations of the List of Journals Indexed in Index Medicus (http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/PubMed).

Personal communications are not accepted as references.

Note: Examples of bibliographic references are provided in Appendix II, and the maximum number of references permitted per article type is specified in Appendix I.

• Abbreviations. Only standard abbreviations should be used, as the use of non-standard abbreviations can be extremely confusing for the reader. Abbreviations should be avoided in the title of the work and minimized as much as possible in the abstract. Abbreviations introduced by the author must be spelled out in full the first time they appear in the text.

This section should not include tables or figures. If the authors deem it essential to include any, they must obtain explicit authorization from the editorial board and adhere to the following editorial guidelines:

This section does not include tables or figures. If authors deem it essential to include any, they must obtain explicit authorization from the editorial board and adhere to the following editorial guidelines:

• Tables. Tables should be presented in text format, never as an embedded figure in the document. Each table should be presented on a separate page, with clear numbering (in Roman numerals), in sequence according to their appearance in the text. The footnote of the table should explain any abbreviations used within it, as well as annotations, marked sequentially with a superscript letter (e.g., a, b). If the author proposes a table from another publication, proper permission must be obtained and included.

Note: The maximum number will be as indicated by the editorial board.

• Figures. A figure can be created by the author (in PowerPoint, InDesign, Illustrator, etc.) or taken from photographs, video captures, diagnostic tests (ECG, MRI, etc.).

Figures should be submitted separately in individual files and in their original creation software to allow for editing by the publisher. If the figures are from other works, the corresponding informed consent for reproduction/publication within the article to be submitted must be included.

Figures should be numbered consecutively in Arabic numerals according to their appearance in the text, with a figure title included (e.g., Figure 1, Figure 2, etc.). The numbering, titles, and captions (if included) should accompany the article but never be part of the figure itself.

For images, accepted formats are PNG or TIFF with a minimum resolution of 300 dpi for an image width of 8.5 cm (or proportionally inverse equivalents, e.g., 150 dpi for an image width of 17 cm, etc.). It is important to ensure that letters, numbers, and symbols appearing in images are legible and clear so that figure reduction does not result in illegibility.

Note: The maximum number will be as indicated by the editorial board.

Optional Materials to Accompany the Article

• English version of the article. Authors may, if they wish, provide an English version of their article equivalent to the Spanish version (without commitment of acceptance by the editorial board). Any translation submitted to Revista de Neurología should include all changes suggested by the editorial board. If desired, the author may request that Revista de Neurología translate the article for publication in languages not native to the journal (see the sections on Publication Language and Publication Cost).

 

Extensions and Particularities (Appendix I and II)

Appendix I. Maximum Extension (expressed in words) and Number of Figures, Tables, and Bibliographic References, according to the Type of Article

	Extension	Figures	Tables	Bibliographic References
Original Articles	2,500	6	3	50
Short Reports	1,500	3	2	10
Reviews	3,500	6	3	80
Case Reports	1,500	3	2	10
Neuroimagings	300	2	0	5
Letter to the Editors	1,000	0	0	10

Appendix II. Examples of Bibliographic References:

• Articles: List all authors when there are six or fewer; if there are more than six, list only the first six and add "et al." after a comma.

Example: Más Sesé G, Plaza-Macías I, González-Caballero G, Sola Martínez D, Hernández-Hortelano E, Martín-Bautista D, et al. Analysis of preventable admissions in a neurology service. Rev Neurol 2006; 43: 714-8.

• Work Published by a Group or Institution:

Example: ELEP Group. Longitudinal study of patients with Parkinson's disease (ELEP): objectives and methodology. Rev Neurol 2006; 42: 360-5.

• Book:

Example: Mauri-Llerda JA, Vadillo-Olmo FJ. Seizures and Epilepsy in the Elderly. Barcelona: Viguera; 2006.

• Book Chapter:

Example: Prats JM, Velasco F, García-Nieto ML. Cerebellum and cognition. In: Mulas F, ed. Learning Difficulties. Barcelona: Viguera; 2006. p. 185-93.

• Conferences:

Example: Moore WS, Shifrin EG. Intravascular stapler for open or laparoscopic aortic surgery: experimental and early clinical results. In: Vascular Endovascular Issues Techniques Horizons. New York, USA, November 2004.

• Website: Indicate the date of last access in brackets.

Example: Revista de Neurología. URL: https://neurologia.com. [22.10.2007].

• Electronic Publication or Resource within a Web Page: Indicate the date of last access in brackets.

Example: Peraita-Adrados, MA. Advances in the study of sleep disorders. Self-assessment. In: FAC 2005. URL: https://www.neurologia.com/40/8/10.33588/rn.4008.2004455. [08.11.2006].

• CD-Rom Publication:

Example: The Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews. In: The Cochrane Library (CD-Rom). The Cochrane Collaboration; Issue 3. Oxford: Update Software; 1997.

Note: For manuscript writing, authors may use as a guide the recommendations developed by the Vancouver Group ("Recommendations for the Conduct, Reporting, Editing, and Publication of Scholarly Work in Medical Journals"), which can be found on the website http://www.icmje.org.