Langenbecks Archives of Surgery

Langenbecks Archives of Surgery is a peer-reviewed medical journal dedicated to the field of general and visceral surgery. Published by Springer, the journal serves as a premier international platform for the dissemination of high-quality clinical and translational research. Its scope encompasses a broad spectrum of surgical disciplines, including gastrointestinal, hepatobiliary, pancreatic, colorectal, endocrine, and oncologic surgery, as well as trauma and critical care. The journal prioritizes original research articles that advance surgical techniques, outcomes, and patient safety, alongside comprehensive systematic reviews and meta-analyses that synthesize current evidence. It also publishes invited reviews, editorials, and surgical innovations, with occasional case reports and letters to the editor. The primary target audience includes practicing surgeons, surgical residents, academic researchers, and healthcare professionals involved in perioperative care. A notable feature of Langenbecks Archives of Surgery is its commitment to methodological rigor and clinical relevance, reflected in its inclusion in major databases such as MEDLINE and Scopus. With an impact factor of 2.200 (2026) and a JCR Quartile ranking of Q2 in the subject area of surgery, the journal is recognized as a solid, reputable source within the field. It occupies a respected position in the 3区医学 (Zone 3 Medicine) classification, indicating its standing among international surgical journals. The journal offers both traditional subscription and open access publishing options, allowing authors to comply with funder mandates while ensuring broad readership. Founded in 1872 as the Archiv für Klinische Chirurgie, it carries a rich historical legacy, making it one of the oldest continuously published surgical journals, yet it remains adaptive to modern scientific communication and evidence-based practice.