*FARAH ASAD MANSURI

ABSTRACT

A common problem with medical writing that is found worldwide is plagiarism or literary theft. This crime in medical journalism is on the rise ever since the use of internet has increased and a more imperative professional competition is seen around.

Plagiarism is of several types like self-plagiarism (duplication), copying text of other papers, hijacking the original ideas etc. the duplicate work is reflected in the form of so called "wash and wear papers" or "salami papers" and is of no use in bringing any positive change in health practices rather they pose undue challenges for the editors or reviewers and ultimately responsible for malpractice. It was found in several studies that 20-30% of clinical practice is dependent onto evidence based approaches. Therefore this much burden of ill practice can be anticipated out of improper publications. Other types of sneaky behaviour like cheating original ideas and copying word to word from other's manuscripts may be prevented by promoting professional integrity and morality in our community....

For Full text contact to:
Prof. Dr. Farah Mansuri
editor@annals-ashkmdc.org

*Associate Professor and Departmental Head
Community Health Sciences
Karachi Medical and Dental College