What is Vancouver Style?
Vancouver Style is a numbered referencing system used primarily in medical and scientific writing. Each citation in the text corresponds to a numbered entry in the reference list. The format is standardised by the International Committee of Medical Journal Editors (ICMJE).
In-Text Citation Example
Evidence supports the role of exercise in heart health (1).
Reference List Example
1. Smith J, Doe A. Cardiovascular Studies in Modern Medicine. London: MedPress; 2020.
Key Features of Vancouver Style
- Numbered citations in order of appearance.
- Minimal punctuation for clarity.
- Widely used in scientific, technical, and health-related disciplines.
Vancouver Best Practices
- Ensure numerical consistency between text and reference list.
- Include DOI or PMID when available.
- Use standardised journal abbreviations.