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The European Journal of Anaesthesiology (EJA) has officially achieved a 2024 Impact Factor (IF) of 6.8, marking a major milestone in its continued rise as a leading journal in the field. This is a significant increase from its 2023 Impact Factor of 4.2 and represents one of the highest year-on-year improvements in the journal’s history. This […]

Masimo becomes the first medical technology company to sign, joining forces with the ESAIC to lead sustainable change in healthcare The European Society of Anaesthesiology and Intensive Care (ESAIC) is pleased to share that Masimo has become the first medical technology company to sign the Glasgow Declaration on Sustainability in Anaesthesiology and Intensive Care. The […]

(Enhancing Palliative Care in ICU) A New Approach to Palliative Care in Intensive Care Units EPIC stands for Enhancing Palliative Care in the ICU. The EPIC project aims to integrate palliative care into Intensive Care Units (ICUs) across Europe. The project brings together leading institutions from across Europe to improve the quality of life for […]

What is the most effective way to control bleeding in patients treated with direct oral anticoagulants (DOACs)? Are reversal agents recommended in every case? These are some of the questions driving the lightning talk on Tuesday afternoon at Euroanaesthesia 2025, where experts will provide a refresher course in the management of life-threatening DOAC-associated bleeding episodes […]

Is there a Winner?  What is the optimal threshold for initiating red blood cell transfusions in hospitalised patients and in those undergoing surgery? The debate is ongoing at Euroanaesthesia 2025, where experts will compare transfusion strategies and discuss which patients are likely to benefit from restrictive versus liberal transfusion approaches.    “Recent advancements in transfusion medicine […]

New challenges and frontiers Technological advances in cardiac anaesthesia and expanding roles for clinicians are rapidly reshaping the way we care for our most vulnerable patients. From navigating the challenges of working in the Cath lab to the intricate complexity of ECMO, today’s cardiac anaesthetist must adapt to an everevolving landscape.  In this special symposium, […]

Celebrating 20 Years of Progress and Growth In 2025, ESAIC proudly marks its 20th anniversary—a milestone that represents not only the passage of time, but the extraordinary evolution of the Society and the field it serves. To commemorate this occasion, ESAIC is delighted to announce the release of a special monograph, Celebrating 20 Years of […]

Managing the Bloody Airway Difficult airway management is a vital aspect of any anaesthesiologist’s skill set. These skills can mean the difference between life and death for the patient. However, a bloody airway can make even standard difficult airway management complex. Failure to manage bleeding in the airway is a key cause of airway-related deaths. […]

Fragile brain undergoing non-neurological surgeries The brain, even in the absence of direct neurological injury, remains highly vulnerable during non-neurological surgeries, particularly in elderly patients, those with cerebrovascular disease, or patients with pre-existing cognitive impairment. Anaesthetists play a crucial role in safeguarding cerebral integrity through careful monitoring, tailored anaesthetic techniques, and the prevention of perioperative […]