There is an interesting article in Orthopedics. 2007 Jan;30(1):60-2. "Redundant publications in the orthopedic literature". Eck JC, Nachtigall D, Hodges SD, Humphreys SC. Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Memorial Hospital, 325 S Belmont, Box 129, York, PA 17403, USA.
The article states that the "rates of redundant publications in the general surgery literature are approximately 14%" and the rate of redundant publications in the orthopedic literature is 2.75%, relatively low when compared to other fields.
The authors call for a concensus to define acceptable criteria to discourage redundant publications that have damaged the ethical standard that the scientific community strives to uphold. You can read the full text article if you have an Athens password at the HILO website.
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