Abstract Submission
You are invited to submit your video and poster abstracts to the PCC25 Congress.
The abstracts will be reviewed by a team of expert colorectal academic surgeons and editors.
Following last years successful collaboration, the authors of the best 3 poster abstracts will have the opportunity to submit their final manuscript to Annals of Coloproctology (Impact Factor 3.1, https://coloproctol.org/). The studies will have to pass through the standard peer review process, and if accepted, the journal will provide a full APC (Article Processing Charge) waiver (valued at $500).
We will also grant a complimentary registration to one of our courses (valid for 12 months) to both the best poster and video abstract.
Accepted abstracts will be allowed to purchase their tickets at early bird rates.
Abstracts will not be valid unless the presenting author has a valid physical attendance ticket by the 2nd of June.
Guidelines for Abstract Submission to PCC25
Deadline
Friday, May 23rd, 2025, 23:59 GMT.
Abstract Submission
Abstracts are to be submitted in English through the Portsmouth Colorectal Congress website at portsmouthcolorectalcongress.com under the “Abstract” or “Video Abstract” tabs.
Abstract Submission Fee
Submission is free of charge.
Previous or Future Presentation
You are permitted to submit an abstract that will be presented at another national/international meeting either prior to or after the Portsmouth Colorectal Congress 2025. However, novel abstracts are encouraged.
Abstract submission
Once submitted, the Congress Organising Committee will evaluate abstracts for scientific quality and merit. If the abstract is accepted, the authors are invited to submit an ePoster which will be shown during the congress.
In case of a regular abstract submission, participants will need to submit an ePoster after being accepted:
The final ePoster should be provided as a .pdf file before Friday 5th June 2025 23:59 GMT to the following email: portsmouthcolorectalcongress@gmail.com The poster design is up to the authors. However, dimensions should not exceed 95x136cm with an horizontal/landscape disposition. The ePoster should include an abstract number (e.g. PCC25-001) on the upper left edge. A QR code with the presenters’ contact details is encouraged for the Faculty and Guests to contact the authors. In case images are added please see section ”In case of Images/Videos” below.
In Case of Images/Videos
Patients must not be identifiable from a published photograph, image, or video. Masking patients’ eyes is not adequate in making a photograph anonymous, nor is the exclusion of a patient’s head and shoulders in a photograph as the patient may still be recognizable to individuals and their families. Patients can also recognize themselves from clinical descriptions or case reports if their details have not been made sufficiently anonymous.
Abstract publication
All the abstracts and videos will be uploaded on the congress website and made available to all participants attending the Congress. By submitting the abstract, the authors agree for its content to be made available online.
Best Abstract and Video Award
This year the authors of the best 3 poster abstracts will have the opportunity to submit their final manuscript to Annals of Coloproctology (Impact Factor 3.1, https://coloproctol.org/). The studies will have to pass through the standard peer review process, and if accepted, the journal will provide a full APC (Article Processing Charge) waiver (valued at $500). We will also grant a complimentary registration to one of our courses (valid for 12 months) to both the best poster and video abstract.
Character Limit
Title: 50 words
Body: 350 words (excluding title and authors)
Authors List
Abstracts are limited to a maximum of eight (8) authors per abstract. Please enter all authors and their institutions. The presenter’s name must be listed first and will receive all communication related to the abstract. In case of more than 8 authors, their names can be added into the final poster. In case the scheduled presenter is unable to attend the meeting, the corresponding author will need to name a substitute presenter. Please provide all substitutions before Sunday 8th June 2024 23:59 GMT to the following email: portsmouthcolorectalcongress@gmail.com
Registration to the meeting is required for abstract presentation
Authors of accepted abstracts are expected to register for the meeting and pay the meeting registration fee before the deadline.
Abstract Features
Abstracts should state briefly and clearly the background, methods, results, and conclusions of the work. The title of the abstract should be concise and accurately describe the study undertaken. Do not use non-standard abbreviations and commercial names (generic names only).
Abstract Format
- Title
- Background
- Methods
- Results
- Conclusion
When you submit your abstract select a category from the following:
- Colon Cancer
- Rectal Cancer
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease, Pouch Surgery & Stomas
- Diverticular Disease
- Chemotherapy & Radiotherapy
- Laparoscopic, Robotic, Transanal Technique
- Emergency Colorectal Surgery
- Pelvic Floor & Functional Bowel Disorders
- Parastomal/Abdominal Wall Hernia Repair
- Recent Advancements In Surgical Technology
- Training/Simulation in Minimally Access Surgery
- Patient-Reported Outcomes Measures & Qualitative Studies
- Miscellaneous
For Video Submissions
- Maximum file size: 2 GB
- Maximum length: 5 minutes
- Preferred file type: .mp4
- Clear English language audio-narrative is essential for consideration.
- First slide of the video: show title, authors list, and affiliation
- Second slide of the video: show disclosures
- Last slide of the video: show learning points
Required Disclosures
It is mandatory that all authors on the abstract disclose any financial relationships and acknowledge any support from commercial interests for studies relating to the abstract during the submission process. All authors and co-authors must agree with the abstract content to be considered for presentation. All conflicts of interest must be disclosed. All authors must provide permission for the abstract to be shown during the congress and to be published on the Portsmouth Colorectal Congress Site.
Disclosure list
- Any funding received for this work
- Conflicts of Interest for all authors
- Agreement on abstract content
- Agreement for abstract presentation and publication
After submission completion
When submission is completed, the corresponding author (presenter) will receive an email confirmation.
Amending or withdrawing a Submission
Amending is possible up to the submission deadline (23rd May 2025 at 23:59 GMT). Please contact the organizing team at portsmouthcolorectalcongress@gmail.com
For Any Question or Technical difficulty
Contact Portsmouth Colorectal Congress at portsmouthcolorectalcongress@gmail.com
