African Journal of Anaesthesia and Intensive Care
- Publisher
- Mirral Printing Press
- ISSN
- 0794-2184
- Country
- Nigeria
- Language
- English
- Thematic area
- Medicine and Health
About this journal
The African Journal of Anaesthesia and Intensive Care (AJAIC) stands as a prominent platform for disseminating cutting-edge research, clinical practice advancements, and emerging trends in the fields of anaesthesia, critical care, and pain management within the African context. Its scope encompasses a broad spectrum of topics, including perioperative medicine, intensive care medicine, pain management, resuscitation, airway management, and medical education. The journal prioritizes the publication of original research articles, review articles, case reports, and editorials that contribute to the understanding and advancement of these disciplines.
AJAIC distinguishes itself through its focus on key themes relevant to the African healthcare landscape. These include the challenges and opportunities associated with providing anesthesia and critical care services in resource-limited settings, the unique medical challenges faced by African populations, the development and implementation of innovative and culturally appropriate practices, and the advancement of research and education in anaesthesia and critical care within the African continent.
The journal's target audience comprises a diverse group of professionals involved in the practice and advancement of anaesthesia and intensive care, including anaesthesiologists, intensivists, critical care nurses, emergency physicians, pain management specialists, and medical educators. AJAIC also serves as a valuable resource for medical students, residents, and other healthcare professionals interested in these fields.
AJAIC has established itself as a significant force in advancing the field of anaesthesia and intensive care in Africa. Its high-quality publications and focus on regional issues have earned the journal a reputation for excellence and have contributed to the development of a vibrant community of researchers, clinicians, and educators across the continent. Through its dissemination of knowledge and promotion of research, AJAIC plays a vital role in improving patient care and advancing the practice of anaesthesia and intensive care in Africa.
Volumes (20 articles)
Volume 11, Issue 1 (2011)
- Prevention of Spinal Hypotension During Caesarean Section: Comparison of 6% Hydroxyethyl Starch and Ringer’s Lactate.
- The Incidence of Low Plasma Cholinesterase Level and Prolonged Suxamethonium Apnoea in Sub-Saharan Africa
- Transarterial Brachial Plexus Anaesthesia for Upper Limb Surgery: Safety and Efficacy Without Nerve Stimulator
- X-Ray Hysterosalphingography: The Most Painful Part in the Nigerian Woman.
Volume 10, Issue 2 (2011)
Volume 10, Issue 1 (2010)
Volume 9, Issue 2 (2010)
- Latex allergy in an infant with acquired hydrocephalus
- Out-of-pocket health expenditure: a preliminary survey of impact on households of patients in the intensive care unit of a tertiary hospital in Nigeria
- The WHO Surgical Safety Checklist and Global Oximeter Projects
- Trauma admissions to the ICU of a tertiary hospital in a low resource setting
Volume 9, Issue 1 (2009)
- Is Near-Patient Monitoring with Haemoglobinometer as accurate as Spectrophotometry in determining Intra-Operative Haemoglobin Estimation and the need for Blood Transfusion during Surgery?
- Risks associated with Anaesthesia: Patients’ Knowledge and Concerns
- Understanding the Haemodynamic response to Laryngoscopy and Intubation –Review article.
Volume 8, Issue 1 (2009)
- 2005 Guidelines for Resuscitation – Part 2. Paediatric Life Support
- Laryngeal Mask Airway Use in Children: The University College Hospital, Ibadan Experience
- Non-cardiac Surgery in a Child with Major Congenital Heart Disease: A Challenge to Safe Anaesthesia
- Unexpected Peri-operative Pulmonary Oedema in Fit Patients