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The Journal of Neurosurgery Publishing Group (JNSPG) is the scholarly journals publication arm of the American Association of Neurological Surgeons (AANS), a nonprofit organization whose mission is to advance the practice of neurosurgery worldwide. Since 1944, the Journal of Neurosurgery has been recognized worldwide for its authoritative articles on clinical and laboratory research, and innovative surgical techniques and instruments, as well as its rigorous focus on the highest-quality presentation of scientific and medical advances.

The JNSPG journals primarily publish original works in neurosurgery but also include studies in clinical neurophysiology, organic neurology, ophthalmology, radiology, pathology, and molecular biology.

JNSPG journals are devoted to the publication of original works relating primarily to neurosurgery, including studies in clinical neurophysiology, organic neurology, ophthalmology, radiology, pathology, and molecular biology. Letters to the editor commenting on recently published articles are welcome. Book reviews and editorials are solicited by the editors; unsolicited book reviews and editorials will be returned without consideration.

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Journal of Neurosurgery
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Journal of Neurosurgery: Pediatrics
Journal of Neurosurgery: Case Lessons
Neurosurgical Focus
Neurosurgical Focus: Video

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