Reviewer Guidelines
How to deliver constructive, ethical peer review for JWRH.
What to Evaluate
- Clinical relevance and scope fit for women's reproductive health.
- Methodological rigor, statistical clarity, and reproducibility.
- Ethics approvals, consent statements, and data transparency.
- Quality of writing, structure, and interpretation.
Reviewer Responsibilities
- Provide objective, respectful, and evidence-based feedback.
- Declare conflicts of interest before accepting a review.
- Maintain confidentiality of manuscripts and data.
- Avoid using confidential information for personal research.
Timelines and Communication
Please complete reviews within the requested timeframe. If you need an extension, contact the editorial office promptly so authors receive timely decisions. Decline invitations quickly when unavailable.
Suggested Review Structure
- Start with a brief summary of the manuscript in your own words.
- List major concerns affecting validity or interpretation.
- Provide minor comments for clarity, formatting, or references.
Decision Recommendations
Indicate whether the manuscript should be accepted, revised, or rejected, and provide clear reasons aligned with scientific and ethical standards. Use specific examples to support recommendations. Thank you for supporting high quality review.
Handling Ethical Concerns
If you identify potential misconduct, privacy risks, or unreported conflicts, notify the editorial office privately. Do not contact authors directly. We will investigate confidentially.
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