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Frequently Asked Questions
Research Topics
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The International Journal of Obstetric Anesthesia publishes original articles devoted exclusively to obstetric anesthesia, including anesthesia care for operative delivery and the perioperative period, pain relief in labour, and care of the critically ill obstetric patient.
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Subject
Anesthesiology, Obstetrics & Gynecology
Impact Factor
2.3
Quartile
Q2
Open Access Type
Hybrid
ISSN
0959-289X
eISSN
1532-3374
Invitation Only
No
Cost Range
Open access options are available. For open access articles, authors are responsible for payment of the article publishing charge (APC) if the manuscript is accepted.
Submission Instructions
International Journal of Obstetric Anesthesia accepts the following article types. Click on an article type to view submission instructions.
Original Research
Cover Letter
A cover letter is required. The cover letter should be short, ideally less than one page, and should not include funding information, author declarations, or suggested or opposed reviewers.
Abstract
A structured abstract is required for Original Research manuscripts. The abstract must not exceed 250 words. The abstract must be structured.
Manuscript
Original Research manuscripts must not exceed 3000 words. The manuscript should be divided into clearly defined sections using headings. Original Research manuscripts require highlights, and any use of generative AI in manuscript preparation must be declared in a section placed before the references list.
References
Original Research manuscripts may include up to 40 references. References must follow AMA reference style. References in the text must be indicated using superscript Arabic numerals in the order in which they appear, and the reference list must be numbered in that same order.
Figures & Tables
Original Research manuscripts may include a maximum of 6 tables and figures. Figures must be supplied as separate files, while tables must be submitted as editable text. All figures and tables must be cited in the manuscript text, numbered consecutively according to their appearance, and accompanied by captions.
Review Articles
Cover Letter
A cover letter is required.
Abstract
A structured abstract is required. Abstract must not exceed 250 words. Abstract must be structured.
Manuscript
Manuscript must not exceed 5000 words. Manuscript should be divided into clearly defined sections using headings. Highlights are required, consisting of 3 to 5 bullet points submitted as a separate editable file, and if generative AI was used in manuscript preparation, a declaration must be included before the references.
References
Review Articles may include up to 80 references. References must follow AMA style. References must be cited with superscript Arabic numerals in the order they appear in the text, and the reference list must be numbered in that same order.
Figures & Tables
Review Articles may include a maximum of 6 tables and figures. Figures must be supplied as separate files, and tables must be submitted as editable text. All figures and tables must be cited in the manuscript text, numbered consecutively in order of appearance, and include captions.
Original Articles
Cover Letter
A cover letter is required with the submission. The cover letter should be short, ideally less than one page, and must not include funding information, author declarations, or suggested or opposed reviewers.
Abstract
Abstract must not exceed 250 words.
Manuscript
Manuscript should be divided into clearly defined sections using headings. Submission must include 1 to 7 keywords in English, article highlights as a separate editable file with 3 to 5 bullet points of no more than 85 characters each, and any generative AI use declaration in a new section before the references list.
References
References must follow AMA reference style. References must be cited in the text using superscript Arabic numerals in order of appearance and listed in the reference list in the same order.
Figures & Tables
Figures must be supplied as separate files along with the manuscript, and tables must be submitted as editable text rather than as images. All figures and tables must be cited in the manuscript text, numbered consecutively in order of appearance, and provided with captions.
Short Reports
Cover Letter
A cover letter must be included with the submission.
Abstract
Abstract must not exceed 250 words.
Manuscript
Manuscript should be divided into clearly defined sections using headings. Submission must include 1 to 7 keywords, article highlights as a separate editable file containing 3 to 5 bullet points of no more than 85 characters each, and a generative AI declaration before the references if AI tools were used in manuscript preparation.
References
References must follow AMA reference style. References must be cited in the text using superscript Arabic numerals in order of appearance and listed in the reference list in that same order.
Figures & Tables
Figures must be supplied as separate files along with the manuscript, while tables must be submitted as editable text. All figures and tables must be cited in the text and numbered consecutively, and each must include a caption.
Full Case Reports
Cover Letter
A cover letter is required.
Abstract
An abstract is required for Full Case Reports. The abstract must be unstructured and must not exceed 150 words. The abstract must be unstructured.
Manuscript
Full Case Reports must not exceed 1500 words. Case reports should begin with a Background section, then describe the salient features of the case, and then discuss novel clinical or technical solutions or features and how this adds to prior knowledge. Highlights are required, and Full Case Reports need to have important and novel learning points.
References
Full Case Reports may include up to 25 references. References must follow AMA style. References in the text must be indicated using superscript Arabic numerals in the order in which they appear, and the reference list must be numbered in that same order.
Figures & Tables
Full Case Reports may include a maximum of 2 tables and figures. Figures must be supplied as separate files, and tables must be submitted as editable text. All figures and tables must be cited in the manuscript text, numbered consecutively, and provided with captions.
Brief Reports
Cover Letter
A cover letter is required.
Abstract
A structured abstract is required for Brief Reports. The abstract must not exceed 150 words. The abstract must be structured.
Manuscript
Brief Reports must not exceed 1500 words. The manuscript should be divided into clearly defined sections using headings. Highlights are required for Brief Reports and must be submitted as 3 to 5 bullet points in a separate editable file.
References
Brief Reports may include up to 25 references. References must follow AMA style. References must be cited using superscript Arabic numerals in the order in which they appear in the text and listed in that same order.
Figures & Tables
Brief Reports may include a maximum of 4 tables and figures. Figures must be supplied as separate files, and tables must be submitted as editable text. All figures and tables must be cited in the manuscript text, numbered consecutively, and include captions.
Correspondences
Cover Letter
A cover letter is required.
Abstract
An abstract is not required.
Manuscript
Correspondences must not exceed 750 words. Correspondences should begin with a Background section, then describe the salient features of the case, and then discuss novel clinical or technical solutions or features and how this adds to prior knowledge. Highlights are not required, and any declaration of generative AI use in manuscript preparation must appear in a new section before the references list.
References
Correspondences may include up to 10 references. References must follow AMA style. References must be cited in the text with superscript Arabic numerals in order of appearance and listed in the reference list in that same order.
Figures & Tables
Correspondences may include a maximum of 2 tables and figures. Figures must be supplied as separate files, and tables must be submitted as editable text. All figures and tables must be cited in the text, numbered consecutively in order of appearance, and include captions.
Letters To The Editor
Cover Letter
A cover letter is required.
Abstract
An abstract is not required.
Manuscript
The manuscript must not exceed 1500 words. The title should include “Letter to the Editor” or “In response to.” Highlights are not required.
References
The submission may include up to 10 references. References must follow AMA reference style. References in the text must be indicated using superscript Arabic numerals in the order in which they appear.
Figures & Tables
The submission may include 1 table or figure. Figures, images, artwork, diagrams and other graphical media must be supplied as separate files along with the manuscript. Tables must be submitted as editable text, not as images.
Official Clinical Guidelines Or Consensus Statements
Cover Letter
A cover letter is required with the submission.
Abstract
Abstract must not exceed 250 words.
Manuscript
Official Clinical Guidelines or Consensus Statements should follow the AGREE reporting checklist. Article highlights are required and must be submitted as a separate editable file containing 3 to 5 bullet points of no more than 85 characters each, and any use of generative AI in manuscript preparation must be declared in a section before the references.
References
References must follow AMA style. References must be cited with superscript Arabic numerals in order of appearance and listed in the reference list in the same order.
Figures & Tables
Figures must be supplied as separate files with the manuscript, and tables must be submitted as editable text. All figures and tables must be cited in the text, numbered consecutively, and accompanied by captions.
Recent Publications
Letter to the editor in response to: Serotonin syndrome following spinal anaesthesia for elective caesarean delivery: a case report
Conan L. McCaul, Harvey K. Rosenbaum, Kenneth P. Gillman
10.1016/j.ijoa.2026.105219
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Corrigendum to “Remimazolam use in obstetric patients: a single-center retrospective study (2021–2024)”
A. Goyal, E.E. Sharpe, M.T. Teixeira
10.1016/j.ijoa.2026.105211
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Time-dependent placental transfer of sevoflurane during cesarean delivery under general anesthesia: a prospective observational study
Jennifer Herzog-Niescery, Nikolaj Matthias Botteck, Peter Kern, Thomas Peter Weber, Philipp Gude, Adrian Iustin Georgevici
10.1016/j.ijoa.2026.104928
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The 2025 society for obstetric anesthesia and perinatology gerard W. Ostheimer lecture: a focused review on the studies that will impact obstetric anesthesia practice
Emily E. Sharpe
10.1016/j.ijoa.2026.105251
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Ensuring best clinical practice is applied in obstetric anesthesia research: Requirements of the International Journal of Obstetric Anesthesia
Cynthia A. Wong, Carolyn F. Weiniger, Ronald B. George, Nuala Lucas, Hector J. Lacassie, Preet M. Singh, Ruth Landau
10.1016/j.ijoa.2026.105252
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Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to publish?
Median time from submission to first decision is 1 day.
Reformat to International Journal of Obstetric Anesthesia using Livewrite PremiumIs a cover letter required?
A cover letter is required with submission. It should be short, focused, explain the study aim and main findings, fit with the journal’s aim and scope, and note invited submission if applicable.
Reformat to International Journal of Obstetric Anesthesia using Livewrite PremiumWhat are the publication costs?
Open access options are available, and authors of open access articles are responsible for payment of the article publishing charge (APC) if accepted.
Reformat to International Journal of Obstetric Anesthesia using Livewrite PremiumResearch Topics
Anesthesia and Pain Management
Cardiac, Anesthesia and Surgical Outcomes
Nausea and vomiting management
Maternal and fetal healthcare
Maternal and Perinatal Health Interventions
Cardiovascular Issues in Pregnancy
Spine and Intervertebral Disc Pathology
Airway Management and Intubation Techniques
Neurosurgical Procedures and Complications
Diverse Scientific and Economic Studies
Human auditory perception and evaluation
Pregnancy-related medical research
Anesthesia and Sedative Agents
Educational Robotics and Engineering
Pregnancy and preeclampsia studies
Pain Management and Opioid Use
Pediatric Pain Management Techniques
Enhanced Recovery After Surgery
Hemodynamic Monitoring and Therapy
Trauma and Emergency Care Studies
Trauma, Hemostasis, Coagulopathy, Resuscitation
Anesthesia and Neurotoxicity Research
Medical History and Innovations
Spinal Hematomas and Complications
Assisted Reproductive Technology and Twin Pregnancy