The Algerian Annals of Visceral  Surgery (AAVS)  is the official peer-reviewed journal of the Algerian Society of Digestive and Visceral Surgery.

It is dedicated to promoting scientific excellence, innovation, and knowledge dissemination in the fields of visceral and digestive surgery.

With an assigned ISSN and a Crossref DOI prefix, AJDVS serves as a trusted platform for clinicians, researchers, and academics to publish high-quality scientific work that contributes to the advancement of surgical practice.

The journal encourages the diffusion of national, regional, and international research, strengthening collaboration and enhancing the visibility of Algerian surgical expertise within the global scientific community.

Aims and Scope

AAVS aims to:

- Promote original and innovative research in gastrointestinal, hepatobiliary, pancreatic, endocrine, minimally invasive, and general digestive surgery.

- Foster multidisciplinary interaction across radiology, oncology, pathology, anesthesia, health ethics, and surgical education.

- Support ongoing professional training through accessible scientific and educational content in both English and French.

- Provide a platform for emerging surgical technologies, advanced operative techniques, and evidence-based clinical practice.

Types of Publications

The journal considers manuscripts within the following categories:

Original Research Articles – Novel clinical or experimental investigations.

Review Articles – Comprehensive analyses of current knowledge and future perspectives.

Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses – Evidence-based assessments of the literature.

Case Reports and Technical Notes – Unique observations, operative strategies, or surgical innovations.

Guidelines and Consensus Statements – Recommendations developed by expert panels.

Special Issues – Thematic collections focusing on cutting-edge topics in surgery.