Authors submitting manuscripts for publication must affirm that their work is entirely original and has not been previously published, either in part or in full, in any other journal, book, or online platform. Any form of plagiarism, including direct copying, self-plagiarism (text recycling), or improper attribution, is strictly prohibited.
All submitted manuscripts undergo a plagiarism check using iThenticate, a widely recognized tool for detecting similarities in academic writing. This screening process excludes the abstract and references. The overall similarity index must not exceed 20%. If the similarity rate exceeds this threshold or raises concerns about prior publication, the editorial board will follow the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) guidelines to assess the manuscript’s originality and ethical compliance.
If a manuscript exceeds the 20% similarity limit, the editorial team reserves the right to reject the submission outright. Editors will evaluate whether the manuscript substantially overlaps with previously published material.

Text Recycling and Acceptable Use
In some cases, limited text recycling may be unavoidable. The use of established terminology, concepts, and methods in the introduction, background, or methodology sections is acceptable, particularly in a series of closely related studies. However, authors should minimize unnecessary repetition and ensure that hypotheses and theoretical frameworks are presented in an original manner.
If a method has been previously described in another publication, authors must clearly acknowledge and cite the original source. Proper citation ensures compliance with ethical standards, though citation alone does not justify extensive duplication.
Text recycling is strongly discouraged, particularly in the results and discussion sections. The results should present new findings rather than replicate previously published data. If the use of previously published data is necessary (e.g., extending prior research), authors must explicitly disclose this, ensure proper attribution, and adhere to copyright regulations.
Similarly, figures, tables, and graphical elements must not be reproduced without appropriate justification and formal permission from the copyright holders. Unauthorized reuse of visual content may constitute both plagiarism and copyright infringement.

Consequences of Plagiarism
If plagiarism is detected at any stage—before, during, or after publication—the editorial board will take appropriate action, which may include:
Rejection of the manuscript before publication.
Retraction of a published article if plagiarism is identified post-publication.
Notification of the authors’ institutions and funding agencies in cases of severe misconduct.
Temporary or permanent submission bans for authors found to have engaged in unethical practices.
The Endourology Bulletin encourages authors to prioritize originality, uphold ethical research practices, and maintain transparency in their work.
If suspected plagiarism is found in an article either before (by reviewers or editorial team) or after (by readers) publication, the journal will act according to COPE’s code of conduct and flowcharts.
COPE Council. COPE Flowcharts and infographics — Plagiarism in a submitted manuscript — English. https://doi.org/10.24318/cope.2019.2.1
COPE Council. COPE Flowcharts and infographics — Plagiarism in a submitted manuscript — English. https://doi.org/10.24318/cope.2019.2.1