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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 […]

   Clinical trials provide the strongest evidence for improving patient care and health outcomes. However, they are limited by barriers including the high cost of patient recruitment, logistical issues, and ethical considerations. Recent innovations in clinical trial design have helped researchers make the most of available resources and streamline their investigations. Sunday’s panel discussion at […]

Anaesthesiologists are the guardians of brain health during surgical procedures, which trigger complex physiological and neurobiological changes that can lead to neurocognitive complications. When older adults enter the perioperative space, their care is further complicated by comorbidities, cognitive decline, and age-related physiological changes. “Caring for elderly and frail patients is not just a clinical task,” […]

A Call to Action for a More Inclusive Anaesthesiology Two decades since the founding of the ESAIC, this year’s Euroanaesthesia is more than an anniversary. It’s a moment to reflect on how far we’ve come and to commit to where we need to go next. For over twenty years, ESAIC has shaped education, strengthened patient […]

In the perioperative space, risk comes with the territory. But as the surgical landscape is constantly being reshaped by technological advancements, clinicians have more tools than ever at their disposal for predicting surgical risk and preventing complications. Information shared at Euroanaesthesia 2025 will include practice-changing tips for improved risk stratification and postoperative care.   Risk assessment […]