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Preprint and Early Publication Policy


The Cardiovascular Academy Society supports the use of preprints to promote transparency and the rapid dissemination of scientific information. This policy applies to all manuscripts submitted to the Association’s official journal and defines the rights and responsibilities of authors regarding preprint usage. It also outlines the ethical and technical considerations that the editorial team should take into account when evaluating such submissions.

Definition
A preprint is a version of a scholarly article that is made publicly available on an open-access server (e.g., arXiv, bioRxiv, medRxiv, SocArXiv, SSRN) before it has undergone peer review. This version does not have to be identical to the final published article and represents the first public disclosure of the study.

Author Rights and Responsibilities
- Authors may submit manuscripts to the journal even if a preprint version has previously been posted. This does not interfere with the editorial or peer review process.
- At the time of submission, authors must clearly indicate that the manuscript has been posted as a preprint and provide the corresponding DOI or permanent link.
- Authors are responsible for ensuring the accuracy and currency of the information presented in the preprint. If there are significant differences between the preprint and the submitted version, these must be disclosed.

Editorial Review and Publication Process
- Manuscripts with preprint versions will be evaluated with the same scientific rigor and objectivity as all other submissions.
- During peer review, the existence of a preprint must not compromise confidentiality or violate the principles of double-blind peer review. If author identities are already known, editors must take necessary measures to ensure impartiality in the evaluation process.
- Following acceptance and publication, a citation to the preprint may be included on the journal’s webpage, and the preprint link may be integrated into the final publication.

Policy Scope and Limitations
- Only versions posted on publicly accessible, open-access, and reputable preprint servers are considered within the scope of this policy.
- For accepted articles, if the preprint version is not identical to the peer-reviewed final version, authors are encouraged to provide a clear explanation of the differences.
- Preprints should not be cited as standalone publications and must not be confused with the peer-reviewed final version published by the journal.

Compliance with Transparency and Open Science Principles
This policy reflects the Association’s commitment to open science, transparency, and reproducibility. Preprints facilitate the rapid dissemination of scientific knowledge and allow researchers to receive early feedback on their work. Authors and editors may also consult guidelines from COPE, ICMJE, and other recognized bodies for further clarification on preprint-related practices.