Visual abstracts, also called “graphical abstracts” or “infographics”, are images that summarize the essential information of manuscripts, providing an easily and expeditive understood overview of study findings at a glance. They are eye-catching pictural representations that complement the written abstract and effectively convey information of research.

Initiative for this column at Annals of Laparoscopic and Endoscopic Surgery goes visual.

Template can be downloaded at ALES visual abstract template.

In this column, we are excited to present the Visual Abstracts for ALES publications, highlighting the essence of each study in a format that’s both engaging and accessible.

Disclosure:
The column “Visual Abstract” was commissioned by the editorial office, Annals of Laparoscopic and Endoscopic Surgery without any sponsorship or funding.