Mastering the Art of First Impressions: Tips to Write a Title, Abstract, and Keywords for a Medical Manuscript

Abstract

Formulating the title and abstract of a manuscript is crucial to convey the essence of the research paper to the reader at a superficial glance. The title should be short and crisp, yet it should define critical information about the paper, such as the disease highlighted, any intervention studied, or the primary outcome. A structured abstract is required in most journals for an original research article, conveying a summary of the research. The keywords used in the title and abstract also play a vital role in the article's discoverability on various search engines, thereby increasing the overall reach and impact of the article. In this article, we highlight a few key points to consider while drafting the title and abstract of a medical manuscript.

Keywords

abstract - article - journal - keyword - manuscript - research - title

Publication History

Article published online:
09 January 2025

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