Editorial Policy

Editorial Policy for the Patient Information Articles

This page explains how the patient information articles on javidanasafov.com are prepared and the principles under which they are published.

Last updated: 27.10.2026

1. Who writes and reviews the articles?

The articles on this site are written and medically reviewed by Op. Dr. Javidan Asafov. Op. Dr. Javidan Asafov is a specialist in Otolaryngology (ENT) and Head-Neck Surgery and works at Özel Yüzyıl Gebze Hospital in Gebze / Kocaeli. His education and career are described on the About page.

2. Sources

The articles are based on peer-reviewed scientific publications and clinical guidelines. The sources used for each article are listed at the end of the article under “References”.

3. Updates

Each article shows the date of its last medical review at the top. Articles are reviewed when the relevant guidelines or scientific evidence change.

4. What this site does not do

• No diagnosis is made and no treatment is recommended online through this site.
• The articles do not give drug doses; which medicine is used, and for how long, is decided by the physician after an examination.
• The information here does not replace an examination; please consult your physician for diagnosis and treatment.

5. Advertising and sponsored content

The site contains no advertising or sponsored content.

6. Reporting an error

If you notice an error or missing information in an article, you can report it to randevu@javidanasafov.com, including the address of the page.