Aims & Scope
World Journal of Otolaryngology is a peer-reviewed, open access otolaryngology journal from Directive Publications, covering clinical and translational research across ear, nose, and throat (ENT) medicine and head & neck surgery. It serves otolaryngologists, head & neck surgeons, audiologists, and residents seeking a citable, internationally accessible venue.
The scope spans otology and neurotology (myringoplasty, otomycosis, chronic otitis media), rhinology and sinus surgery (chronic rhinosinusitis, nasal polyposis, functional endoscopic sinus surgery), laryngology and voice (laryngopharyngeal reflux, dysphonia, narrow band imaging, dysphagia), and head & neck oncology (HPV-related carcinoma, neck masses). Pediatric ENT and airway foreign bodies are also welcomed.
We publish original research, reviews, case reports, surgical technique notes, and editorials, each undergoing double-blind peer review in line with COPE principles.
Accepted articles publish open access under a Creative Commons Attribution (CC-BY 4.0) licence with authors retaining copyright, receive a permanent Crossref DOI, and are discoverable via OpenAlex, Google Scholar, and our OAI-PMH endpoint.
Subject Coverage
World Journal of Otolaryngology welcomes original research, reviews, and case reports across the following core areas:
Research Topics
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Articles
Variant periodic fever (VPF) is a rare syndrome characterized by episodes of recurrent fever with multiple constitutional symptoms
Evaluate percutaneous endoscopic transcanal cartilage myringoplasty as a postauricular incision-free treatment for STMP
HPV Causes Head and Neck Cancer
Prevalence of psychological disorders in patients with fungal otitis externa
Foreign Bodies in Ear Nose and Throat Experience from a new Tertiary care Pediatric Institute in North India
Evaluation of Headache Facial Pain Before and After Endoscopic Sinus Surgery in Patients with Sinonasal Polyposis
Applicability of Narrow Band Image NBI to diagnose Laryngopharyngeal reflux disease LPRD
Frequently Asked Questions
What topics does the World Journal of Otolaryngology cover?
World Journal of Otolaryngology covers the full spectrum of ear, nose, and throat (ENT) medicine and head & neck surgery, including otology and neurotology, rhinology and endoscopic sinus surgery, laryngology and voice disorders, head & neck oncology, pediatric otolaryngology, airway and swallowing disorders, and facial plastic and reconstructive surgery.
Is World Journal of Otolaryngology open access and peer reviewed?
Yes. World Journal of Otolaryngology is a fully open access, double-blind peer-reviewed journal. Accepted articles are published under a Creative Commons Attribution (CC-BY 4.0) licence so authors retain copyright and anyone can read and reuse the work with attribution, and the journal follows COPE ethical principles.
How do I submit a manuscript to World Journal of Otolaryngology?
Authors can submit otolaryngology research, reviews, case reports, surgical technique notes, and editorials through the journal's submission page. Prepare your manuscript according to the author guidelines, then upload it for double-blind peer review; corresponding authors are notified of editorial decisions and next steps after assessment.
What article types does World Journal of Otolaryngology accept?
The journal accepts original research articles, systematic and narrative reviews, clinical and surgical case reports, surgical technique and how-I-do-it notes, short communications, and editorials across otology, rhinology, laryngology, head & neck oncology, and pediatric ENT.
Do articles in World Journal of Otolaryngology receive a DOI and get indexed?
Every accepted article receives a permanent Crossref DOI for stable citation and is made discoverable through OpenAlex, Google Scholar, and an OAI-PMH endpoint for harvesting. As a new open access publisher, the journal is also working toward eligibility for further scholarly indexes.
Is there an article processing charge, and are waivers available for World Journal of Otolaryngology?
An article processing charge (APC) applies on acceptance to support open access publication, peer review, DOI registration, and long-term hosting. Waivers and discounts are available; authors who need financial support should contact the editorial office before or during submission.
Who should read and publish in World Journal of Otolaryngology?
The journal is intended for otolaryngologists, head & neck and rhinologic surgeons, otologists, laryngologists, audiologists, speech-language pathologists, ENT residents and fellows, and researchers in auditory, sinonasal, voice, and head & neck sciences who want their clinical and translational findings widely read and cited.
How long does peer review take at World Journal of Otolaryngology?
Each submission undergoes structured double-blind peer review by subject-matter experts, and the editorial team aims to handle manuscripts efficiently. Review time varies with reviewer availability and the revisions required, and corresponding authors receive status updates and a clear decision at each stage.