Andrology welcomes manuscript submissions on all aspects of andrology, including original and review articles, commentaries, letters and editorials in clinical and basic research. The journal will prioritize novelty, scientific quality and a broad interest of the readership. Case reports will not be considered unless containing substantial novel information. The Journal upholds and expects the highest standards of conduct on the part of authors, peer referees, and editors. Manuscripts describing studies involving animals should comply with local/national guidelines governing the use of experimental animals and must contain a statement indicating that the procedures have been approved by the appropriate regulatory body (e.g. in the USA: The Guide for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals prepared by the Institute of Laboratory Animal Resources for the National Research Council .