Manuscripts for Imagen Diagnóstica should be submitted electronically by email to editor@imagendiagnostica.org. The journal welcomes high-quality scientific and professional contributions that advance knowledge and practice in diagnostic imaging, radiological sciences, ultrasound technology, nuclear medicine, imaging technology, and image-guided medical interventions. Imagen Diagnóstica publishes articles in English and Spanish and operates as a diamond open access journal, ensuring immediate and free access to all published content.
Accepted Article Types
The journal considers submissions in the following categories:
- Original Research Articles
- Review Articles
- Technical Notes
- Clinical Protocols and Practice Guidelines
- Brief Communications
- Case Reports and Clinical Images
- Perspectives and Editorials
- Letters to the Editor
Manuscript Preparation
Authors may prepare their manuscripts using any standard scientific writing format; however, Microsoft Word (.doc or .docx) is strongly preferred. PDF files may be included for reviewer convenience, but an editable source file must also be provided.
Each manuscript should contain:
- Title of the manuscript
- Full names of all authors
- Institutional affiliations
- ORCID iDs (where available)
- Corresponding author's email address
- Abstract and keywords
- Main text
- References
- Tables and figure legends
Figures should preferably be submitted as separate high-resolution files in PNG, JPG, TIFF, EPS, or other editable formats.
Required Documents for Submission
Authors are requested to submit the following documents along with their manuscript:
Manuscript File
A complete manuscript in Microsoft Word format.
Cover Letter
The cover letter should include:
- Article type
- Brief statement describing the novelty and significance of the work
- Confirmation that the manuscript is original
- Statement confirming that the manuscript has not been published previously and is not under consideration elsewhere
- Ethical approval information and informed consent statements, where applicable
- Funding information
- Conflict of interest disclosures
Plagiarism Report
Authors are required to submit a Turnitin plagiarism report (or a report generated through an equivalent similarity detection software) at the time of submission.
Submitted manuscripts should comply with the journal's plagiarism policy. Manuscripts with excessive textual similarity may be returned for revision or rejected before peer review.
Supplementary Material
Authors may also submit supplementary materials, including:
- Datasets
- Appendices
- Reporting checklists
- Videos
- Additional figures or tables
Language
Beginning in 2026, Imagen Diagnóstica accepts manuscripts exclusively in English. Authors are expected to ensure that submissions are written in clear, grammatically correct, and scientifically appropriate English. Accepted manuscripts may undergo language editing to enhance clarity, readability, and overall scientific presentation prior to publication.
Peer Review Process
Imagen Diagnóstica follows a single-blind peer review process. All submissions undergo an initial editorial assessment to determine their suitability with respect to the journal's aims, scope, scientific quality, and ethical standards.
Suitable manuscripts are sent to independent expert reviewers for evaluation. Editorial decisions are based on scientific merit, originality, methodological rigor, relevance, and overall contribution to the field.
Possible editorial decisions include:
- Accept
- Minor Revision
- Major Revision
- Reject
The journal follows the ethical recommendations and best practices established by COPE (Committee on Publication Ethics) and the ICMJE Recommendations.
After Submission
Upon receipt of a manuscript, the Editorial Office will acknowledge the submission via email. Manuscripts are screened for completeness, ethical compliance, and adherence to journal requirements before proceeding to peer review.
If any required documents or information are missing, authors will be contacted and requested to provide the necessary materials prior to editorial evaluation.
Contact Information
For manuscript submissions and editorial inquiries, please contact:
Editorial Office – Imagen Diagnóstica
editor@imagendiagnostica.org
