Journal of Wound Care

Aims & Scope

Journal of Wound Care (JWC) is the definitive wound-care journal and the leading source of up-to-date research and clinical information on everything related to tissue viability.

The journal was first launched in 1992 and aimed at catering to the needs of the multidisciplinary team.

Published monthly, the journal’s international audience includes nurses, doctors and researchers specialising in wound management and tissue viability, as well as generalists wishing to enhance their practice.

In addition to cutting edge and state-of-the-art research and practice articles, JWC also covers topics related to wound-care management, education and novel therapies, as well as JWC cases supplements, a supplement dedicated solely to case reports and case series in wound care.

All articles are rigorously peer-reviewed by a panel of international experts, comprised of clinicians, nurses and researchers.

Specifically, JWC publishes: High quality evidence on all aspects of wound care, including leg ulcers, pressure ulcers, the diabetic foot, burns, surgical wounds, wound infection and more The latest developments and innovations in wound care through both preclinical and preliminary clinical trials of potential new treatments worldwide In-depth prospective studies of new treatment applications, as well as high-level research evidence on existing treatments Clinical case studies providing information on how to deal with complex wounds Comprehensive literature reviews on current concepts and practice, including cost-effectiveness Updates on the activities of wound care societies around the world.

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Metrics & Ranking

Impact Factor

Year	Value
2025	1.7

Journal Rank

Year	Value
2024	12269

Journal Citation Indicator

Year	Value
2024	987

SJR (SCImago Journal Rank)

Year	Value
2024	0.467

Quartile

Year	Value
2024	Q2

h-index

Year	Value
2024	83

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Abstracting & Indexing

Journal is indexed in leading academic databases, ensuring global visibility and accessibility of our peer-reviewed research.

• Scopus
• Google Scholar
• Web of Science

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Subjects & Keywords

Journal’s research areas, covering key disciplines and specialized sub-topics in Nursing, designed to support cutting-edge academic discovery.

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Most Cited Articles

The Most Cited Articles section features the journal's most impactful research, based on citation counts. These articles have been referenced frequently by other researchers, indicating their significant contribution to their respective fields.

• Silver I: its antibacterial properties and mechanism of action

  Citation: 609

  Authors: A.B.G.

• Wound healing and the role of fibroblasts

  Citation: 532

  Authors: Bainbridge

• The prevalence of biofilms in chronic wounds: a systematic review and meta-analysis of published data

  Citation: 488

  Authors: M., T., A.J., G.A., P., D., M., G., T., R.D.

• Bacteriophage therapy of venous leg ulcers in humans: results of a phase I safety trial

  Citation: 359

  Authors: D.D., R.D., M.A., B.M., L.S., A.

• Biofilm maturity studies indicate sharp debridement opens a time-dependent therapeutic window

  Citation: 353

  Authors: R.D., K.P., G., G., P., Q., C., P.S., S.E.

• The cost of pressure ulcers in the United Kingdom

  Citation: 343

  Authors: C., J., A.

• Biofilms and chronic wound inflammation

  Citation: 320

  Authors: R.D., D.D., S.E.

• The resource impact of wounds on health-care providers in Europe

  Citation: 295

  Authors: J., F., H., G.

• Chronic wounds and the medical biofilm paradigm

  Citation: 264

  Authors: R.D., D.D., M.E., B.M., L., J.W., S.E.

• The role of honey in the management of wounds

  Citation: 253

  Authors: P.C.

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