Call for papers - Vascular surgery: innovations and best practices

Guest Editors

Taimur Saleem, MD, FACS, The Rane Center for DVT and Lymphatic Diseases, USA
Mehmet Ali Yesiltas, MD, Sisli Kolan International Hospital, Turkiye

Submission Status: Open | Submission Deadline: 15 December 2025

BMC Surgery is calling for submissions to our collection, Vascular surgery: innovations and best practices. This Collection invites submissions on the latest innovations and best practices in vascular surgery. Submissions can include, but is not limited to, research that explores advanced surgical techniques, evaluates patient outcomes, and discusses emerging technologies in the field. By gathering insights from experts, we seek to contribute to the ongoing evolution of vascular surgical practices, ultimately improving patient care and outcomes.

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Meet the Guest Editors

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Taimur Saleem, MD, FACS, The Rane Center for DVT and Lymphatic Diseases, USA

Dr Taimur Saleem is a board-certified vascular surgeon at the Rane Center for DVT and Lymphatic diseases in Jackson, Mississippi, USA. He has extensive surgical experience in the minimally invasive treatment of all aspects of venous vascular and lymphatic diseases. He completed his vascular and endovascular surgery fellowship at David Geffen School of Medicine, UCLA in Los Angeles, CA, USA. He is an active member of the Society for Vascular Surgery, American Venous Forum and American College of Surgeons. He has also served on multiple committees of the American Venous Forum. Dr. Saleem has an avid interest in clinical research and regularly presents at prominent national and international vascular surgery meetings. He is a regular peer reviewer for the Journal of Vascular Surgery.

Mehmet Ali Yesiltas, MD, Sisli Kolan International Hospital, Turkiye

Dr Mehmet Ali Yesiltas has worked in Istanbul as a cardio-vascular surgeon since 2019. He currently holds positions as a vascular surgeon and associate professor at Sisli Kolan International Hospital, Istanbul. Dr Yesiltas applies current treatment approaches, specializing in the vascular and endovascular fields. He is a member of both national and international vascular surgeon societies and serves as an editorial board member and reviewer for several journals.

About the Collection

BMC Surgery is calling for submissions to our collection, Vascular surgery: innovations and best practices.

Vascular surgery has undergone significant evolution over the past few decades, marked by technological advancements and the development of new surgical techniques. These innovations have transformed the field, enabling more effective treatment options for a range of vascular conditions, including peripheral artery disease, carotid artery stenosis, and varicose veins. As minimally invasive techniques, such as angioplasty and stenting, gain prominence, the need for a comprehensive understanding of their application in clinical practice becomes increasingly vital. This Collection aims to highlight these innovations and share best practices that can optimize patient outcomes in vascular surgery.

Advancements in vascular surgery can improve the overall quality of patient care and enhance surgical success rates. Recent developments have led to the refinement of techniques and tools that not only minimize patient recovery time but also reduce the risk of complications. The emergence of bioengineered vascular grafts and the integration of digital technology into surgical planning have further revolutionized treatment paradigms. Understanding these advances allows healthcare professionals to better tailor their approaches to individual patient needs, ultimately leading to improved long-term outcomes.

We invite submissions from all aspects of this field, including, but not limited to:

Innovations in vascular graft materials
Advances in carotid endarterectomy techniques
Outcomes of stenting versus angioplasty
Minimally invasive approaches for varicose vein treatment
Vascular suture techniques
Large vessel surgery
Microvascular surgery and anastomosis
Innovations in pelvic venous diseases
Current endovascular solutions in venous diseases
Venous thrombectomy for acute and chronic thrombus

Continued research in this field holds promise for the future, with the potential to pioneer even more sophisticated surgical techniques and therapies. As our understanding of vascular biology deepens, we may see innovations in regenerative medicine, including the development of bioengineered tissues that could replace damaged vessels. Furthermore, advancements in telemedicine and remote monitoring may facilitate ongoing patient management, enhancing postoperative care and reducing hospital readmissions.

All manuscripts submitted to this journal, including those submitted to collections and special issues, are assessed in line with our editorial policies and the journal’s peer review process. Reviewers and editors are required to declare competing interests and can be excluded from the peer review process if a competing interest exists.

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Submission Guidelines

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This Collection welcomes submission of original Research Articles. Should you wish to submit a different article type, please read our submission guidelines to confirm that type is accepted by the journal. Articles for this Collection should be submitted via our submission system, Snapp. During the submission process you will be asked whether you are submitting to a Collection, please select "Vascular surgery: innovations and best practices" from the dropdown menu.

All manuscripts submitted to this journal, including those submitted to collections and special issues, are assessed in line with our editorial policies and the journal’s peer review process. Reviewers and editors are required to declare competing interests and can be excluded from the peer review process if a competing interest exists.