A guide for writing in the scientific forum.
BACKGROUND
When considering the importance of scientific writing in disseminating new discoveries and ideas, it is quite remarkable that few physicians have received any formal instruction in this essential process.


METHODS
This article focuses on the fundamental principles of scientific writing that also include a "style and grace" component.


RESULTS
The art of good scientific writing is to convey scientific materials in a clear and interesting way, while avoiding incomprehensible sentences that only serve to disguise marginal contents within the article.


CONCLUSIONS
The goal of this article is to encourage authors and readers to critically examine the art of scientific writing to overcome the barrier to effective communication.
Ann Arbor, Mich. From the Section of Plastic Surgery, Department of Surgery, The University of Michigan Health System.
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