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World Journal of Urology is a comprehensive resource for developments in basic and clinical aspects of urology.

  • It publishes essential results of urological research with practical and clinical relevance.
  • Most issues include invited review articles on a chosen topic, alongside additional papers on other subjects.
  • The journal maintains a balanced program reflecting advancements in all fields of urology.
  • It is supported by a world-renowned Editorial Board, ensuring a swift and rigorous peer review process.
  • Editors-in-Chief
    • Thomas R.W. Herrmann MD
    • Alexandre de la Taille MD
    Associate Editors
    • Pierre Bigot MD, PhD
    • Vineet Gauhar MD
    • Thomas Knoll MD, PhD
    • Michael S. Leapman MD, MHS
    • Axel S. Merseburger MD
    • Benoit Peyronnet MD, PhD
    • Karim A. Touijer MD

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    Journal Impact Factor
    2.9 (2024)
    5-year Journal Impact Factor
    3.2 (2024)
    Submission to first decision (median)
    6 days
    Downloads
    1.6M (2025)

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    Electronic ISSN
    1433-8726
    Print ISSN
    0724-4983
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