Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery-Global Open

Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery-Global Open (PRS-Glob Open, ISSN: 2169-7574) is a peer-reviewed, open access journal published by Wolters Kluwer in partnership with the American Society of Plastic Surgeons. As the companion title to the flagship *Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery*, this journal provides a global platform for the rapid dissemination of high-quality research across the entire spectrum of plastic and reconstructive surgery. Its scope encompasses aesthetic surgery, craniofacial surgery, microsurgery, burn care, wound healing, pediatric plastic surgery, and breast reconstruction, with a strong emphasis on clinical outcomes, surgical innovation, and translational science. The journal welcomes a diverse range of article types, including original research, comprehensive reviews, case reports, brief communications, and video-based surgical techniques, ensuring broad coverage of both established and emerging topics. With a 2026 Impact Factor of 1.900 and a JCR Quartile of Q2, PRS-Glob Open holds a respectable position in the field, ranking in the second tier of plastic surgery journals and classified as 4区 (Zone 4) under the Chinese Academy of Sciences classification system. Its open access model ensures that all published content is freely available worldwide, facilitating knowledge exchange among plastic surgeons, dermatologists, otolaryngologists, oral and maxillofacial surgeons, and allied healthcare professionals. The journal’s commitment to rigorous peer review, rapid publication, and global accessibility makes it a valuable resource for clinicians and researchers seeking timely, high-impact evidence to advance patient care and surgical practice.