Preparing a Cochrane review is somewhat different to submitting work to a peer-reviewed journal. The Cochrane Breast Cancer Group's role is to support authors while the review is being developed particularly in relation to advice, training and editorial expertise to expedite and secure publication in the Cochrane Library.

Like a peer-reviewed journal however, each review should meet the quality and editorial standards determined by Cochrane who ultimately reserve the right to make the final decision regarding publication.

Authors are strongly advised to familiarise themselves with the specific policies of Cochrane and to prepare their Protocols and Reviews accordingly. It should be noted that policies are regularly revised and updated and authors are therefore encouraged to review these more than once during the process of review development.