Instructions For Authors
These instructions help authors prepare clear, ethical, and reproducible manuscripts for the International Journal of Anesthesia (IJAN). Follow the guidance below to streamline review and accelerate publication.
Quick Start Checklist
Submit a complete file set to avoid delays.
- Title page and blinded manuscript
- Structured abstract and keywords
- Figures, tables, and legends
Article Types Accepted
Original Research
Clinical trials, observational studies, pharmacology, monitoring technologies, and perioperative outcomes research.
Reviews
Systematic or narrative reviews that synthesize evidence relevant to anesthesia practice and perioperative medicine.
Methods And Protocols
Validated protocols, quality improvement methods, or innovations in anesthesia delivery and patient safety.
IJAN also considers short reports, case series with high educational value, and translational studies that connect laboratory findings to clinical practice.
Prepare A Complete Submission
Title Page
Include full author names, affiliations, corresponding author contact, ORCID identifiers if available, and funding information.
Blinded Manuscript
Provide a version without author identifiers for peer review. Remove institution names from headers and acknowledgments.
Structured Abstract
Use Background, Methods, Results, and Conclusion. For clinical trials, include registration details.
Keywords
Provide 4 to 6 keywords that reflect anesthesia technique, patient population, and outcome measures.
Ensure all files are clearly labeled and that figure and table legends are included at the end of the manuscript or in separate files.
Organize For Clarity And Reproducibility
Main Text
For original research, use Introduction, Methods, Results, and Discussion. Include clear descriptions of anesthesia protocols, monitoring, and perioperative management.
Methods Detail
Provide sufficient detail for replication, including drug dosages, ventilation settings, hemodynamic targets, and analgesia pathways.
Tables And Figures
Use high resolution images, label all axes, and provide captions that fully describe the data and patient cohorts.
References
Use a numbered citation style. Ensure references are accurate, complete, and reflect current anesthesia literature.
For randomized trials, follow CONSORT guidance. For observational studies, follow STROBE. For systematic reviews, follow PRISMA. These reporting frameworks strengthen clinical credibility and reviewer confidence.
Ethical Requirements
Human Studies
Provide IRB or ethics committee approval number and confirm informed consent. Describe protections for vulnerable populations.
Animal Studies
State compliance with institutional and national animal care guidelines and include protocol approvals.
Conflict Of Interest
Disclose financial relationships, device sponsorship, or industry support relevant to anesthesia drugs or equipment.
Clinical Trial Registration
Provide registry name and identifier for prospective trials, along with primary and secondary outcomes.
IJAN requires a data availability statement in every article. If data cannot be shared due to privacy or regulation, explain the restriction and provide contact details for reasonable requests.
Transparency And Reproducibility
Data Repositories
Deposit datasets in trusted repositories when possible and include accession numbers or persistent links in the manuscript.
Statistical Reporting
Provide clear statistical methods, confidence intervals, and assumptions used for perioperative outcomes research.
Supplementary Files
Protocols, checklists, and additional analyses can be uploaded as supplementary material to support transparency.
Image Integrity
Any adjustments to images must be applied to the entire image and clearly described in the figure legend.
Authors are responsible for ensuring that data and analyses are accurate and verifiable. The editorial office may request raw data or additional documentation during review.
How To Submit
Choose A Submission Route
Submit through ManuscriptZone for full tracking or use the simple submission form for rapid intake.
Upload Files
Include the title page, blinded manuscript, figures, tables, and any supplementary material.
Editorial Screening
The editorial office checks scope fit, ethics statements, and completeness before peer review.
Peer Review
Independent experts evaluate methods, clinical relevance, and clarity of reporting.
During review, authors may be asked to provide clarifications or additional data. Prompt responses help maintain efficient timelines.
Production And Publication
Copyediting And Proofs
Accepted manuscripts undergo professional editing and layout. Authors review proofs and confirm clinical terminology accuracy.
Open Access License
Articles are published under a Creative Commons license, allowing broad distribution with proper attribution.
APC Billing
APCs are invoiced after acceptance. Waiver requests are evaluated independently from peer review.
Publication Date
Once proofs are approved, articles are published online with DOI assignment and immediate indexing.
Questions about preparation or scope can be sent to [email protected]. The editorial office is happy to support authors and ensure clear communication of anesthesia research.
Submit Your Manuscript
Use ManuscriptZone for complete tracking or the simple submission form for a faster start. Both routes are reviewed by the IJAN editorial office.
Style And Presentation
Use clear section headings, standard units, and consistent drug naming conventions. Spell out abbreviations at first use and avoid non standard abbreviations. For anesthetic agents, include generic names, dosing units, and administration routes. Report outcomes with confidence intervals and include both absolute and relative measures when relevant.
Tables should be editable and not embedded as images. Figures should be high resolution and labeled clearly. If images include patient information, submit written consent documentation.
Reference Style
Number citations in the order of appearance. Provide complete author lists, article titles, journal names, volume, issue, page range, and DOI when available.
Supplementary Data
Upload protocols, checklists, and additional analyses as supplementary files to support transparency.
Contributions And Responsibility
List authors who meet authorship criteria, including contributions to study design, data collection, analysis, and manuscript drafting. Provide a contribution statement and identify a corresponding author responsible for communication during review and production.
Acknowledge individuals who contributed to the work but do not meet authorship criteria, such as research coordinators or technical staff. Disclose any professional writing assistance and funding support.
IJAN supports transparency in authorship and follows accepted standards for contributor roles.
Post Decision Procedures
Authors may appeal editorial decisions by submitting a concise rationale that addresses reviewer concerns. Appeals are reviewed by the editorial office and may be assessed by an independent editor.
If errors are discovered after publication, IJAN issues corrections or retractions in line with publication ethics guidance. Prompt communication with the editorial office helps resolve issues efficiently.
Reporting Standards And Transparency
IJAN encourages authors to follow recognized reporting guidelines. Randomized trials should adhere to CONSORT, observational studies should follow STROBE, diagnostic accuracy studies should follow STARD, and systematic reviews should follow PRISMA. Including a checklist improves clarity and accelerates review.
Use consistent terminology for anesthetic agents, airway devices, and monitoring parameters. Provide dosage ranges, timing, and clinical context for perioperative interventions. Describe co interventions such as analgesia pathways, fluid management, and postoperative care to support reproducibility.
When using data from registries or electronic health records, clearly define inclusion criteria, variable definitions, and data cleaning steps. Transparent reporting strengthens trust and supports clinical adoption.
Responding To Reviewers
When revising, submit a point by point response that addresses each reviewer comment. Indicate where changes were made in the manuscript and provide rationale when a recommendation cannot be implemented.
Clear revision responses help editors evaluate improvements efficiently and keep the review process on schedule. If additional data are requested, describe timelines and feasibility in your response.
Revised manuscripts should highlight changes using track changes or colored text if requested by the editorial office.
Preprint And AI Disclosure
Authors may post preprints, but should disclose preprint links during submission. If AI tools are used for language editing or data processing, describe their role to maintain transparency.
AI tools must not replace author responsibility for accuracy, ethical compliance, and data integrity.
Include Key Details
The cover letter should describe the clinical relevance of the work, confirm originality, and identify any related submissions. Include ORCID identifiers when available to improve author attribution.
Presentation Quality
Provide clear legends, define abbreviations, and ensure figures are readable when printed. Tables should be self explanatory and include units. Consistent presentation improves reviewer understanding and helps clinicians interpret results accurately.
Required Statement
Include a data availability statement in every manuscript. If data are publicly available, provide a repository link or DOI. If data are restricted, describe the reason and access process. This statement supports transparency and aligns with funder expectations.
Funding And Conflicts
Provide detailed funding information and disclose any relationships with device manufacturers or pharmaceutical companies. Transparency supports trust in anesthesia research and helps reviewers assess potential bias.
Final Review Before Submission
Check that files are complete, figures are labeled, and all disclosures are included. A complete submission helps reviewers focus on scientific content.
Questions Before Submission
Contact [email protected] if you need guidance on formatting or scope.
Proofread Carefully
Final proofreading reduces delays and improves clarity for reviewers.
