Erratum: A Short Note on Plague Cases Treated in Campbell Hospital
The Indian Medical Gazette
|October 11, 2017
Abstract:
[This corrects the article on p. 150 in vol. 83.].
Insights
This study corrects a previous publication. The correction ensures accuracy in scientific records and data integrity for future research.
Area of Science:
- This study falls under the umbrella of scientific publishing and research integrity.
Context:
- A previous article published in volume 83 contained an error on page 150.
- This erratum serves to rectify the inaccuracies present in the original publication.
Purpose:
- The primary purpose of this communication is to formally correct a specific error in a published scientific article.
- Ensuring the accuracy of the scientific record is paramount for reliable research.
Summary:
- This document provides a correction to an article previously published in volume 83, specifically addressing an error found on page 150.
- The correction aims to maintain the fidelity of the scientific literature.
Impact:
- This correction upholds the standards of scientific accuracy and reliability.
- It ensures that researchers citing the article will have access to the corrected information, preventing the propagation of errors.
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