Podium to Publication: An Analysis of Papers Presented at the British Association of Paediatric Surgeons (BAPS) Congress (2009–19)

In brief

This study examines the conversion rate of conference presentations to peer-reviewed publications following the British Association of Paediatric Surgeons annual congress over a decade. It evaluates how effectively research presented at this major pediatric surgery meeting translates into formal medical literature.

• BAPS congress abstracts represent preliminary data; full publication validates findings and ensures broader clinical impact.
• Tracking podium-to-publication rates reveals research quality and identifies barriers to completing manuscript submission.
• Publication success varies by study type, institution, and topic—understanding patterns can improve research mentorship.
• Many presented abstracts never reach peer-reviewed journals, limiting evidence dissemination in pediatric surgery.

Written by the GCMD Library team from the article.