Editorial Standards
Last updated February 27, 2026
TRT Authority publishes health information that people use to make decisions about their care. We take that responsibility seriously. These standards govern how we create, review, and maintain every piece of content on our site.
Content Creation Process
Every article follows a structured four-stage pipeline before it reaches our readers.
Research
Comprehensive review of medical databases, clinical guidelines, and peer-reviewed literature on the topic.
Writing
Research is synthesized into clear, accessible content that maintains clinical accuracy without requiring a medical background.
Review
Editorial and medical review teams verify clinical accuracy, flag unsupported claims, and ensure content reflects current consensus.
Publication
Approved content is published with proper citations, structured data, and "Medically Reviewed" badge where applicable.
AI Transparency: We use AI tools to assist with research synthesis and drafting, but every article is reviewed, edited, and approved by our editorial team before publication. We do not publish content generated solely by AI.
Citation Standards
Clinical claims are backed by citations from peer-reviewed journals, major medical institutions, or established clinical guidelines. Each article includes a citations section with direct links to source material.
Trusted Sources We Cite
We do not cite sources we haven't reviewed, and we do not fabricate or embellish citations.
Medical Review
Content covering diagnosis, treatment protocols, or clinical guidance is reviewed by our medical review team. Reviewers verify clinical accuracy, flag unsupported claims, and ensure content reflects current medical consensus.
Reviewed content is marked with this badge.
Corrections Policy
Substantive Corrections
Factual errors or outdated clinical guidance are corrected promptly and noted with an update date on the article.
Minor Corrections
Typos, formatting, and stylistic fixes are made without annotation to keep articles clean and readable.
Found an error? Email editorial@trtauthority.com — we review all feedback and respond within 2 business days.
Editorial Independence
Our editorial team operates independently from any business, advertising, or partnership relationships. No advertiser, clinic, or sponsor has input into our content, editorial decisions, or clinic grading. This independence is non-negotiable — it's the foundation of the trust our readers place in us.
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Medical knowledge evolves. We regularly review published content to ensure it reflects current clinical guidelines and research. Articles are updated when new evidence warrants changes, and the update date is displayed at the top of each article.