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Journal of Cardiothoracic and Vascular Anesthesia

The Journal of Cardiothoracic and Vascular Anesthesia is primarily aimed at anesthesiologists who deal with patients undergoing cardiac, thoracic, or vascular surgical procedures. It is international in scope, with a multidisciplinary approach and emphasis on rapid publication of clinically relevant material.

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Subject Anesthesiology, Cardiac & Cardiovascular Systems, Peripheral Vascular Disease, Respiratory System
Impact Factor 2.1
Quartile Q2
Open Access Type Hybrid
ISSN 1053-0770
eISSN 1532-8422
Invitation Only No
Cost Range Article publishing charge applies for open access articles if accepted.

Submission Instructions

Journal of Cardiothoracic and Vascular Anesthesia accepts the following article types. Click on an article type to view submission instructions.

Research Papers

Cover Letter A cover letter is required for meta-analyses and related advanced statistical analyses submitted as Research Papers. For meta-analyses and related advanced statistical analyses, the cover letter must include a signed statement from a statistician attesting to the validity of the statistical methods and presented results.
Abstract Research Papers must include an abstract. The abstract must be limited to 250 words. The abstract must be structured. The abstract must include the headings Objectives, Design, Setting, Participants, Interventions, Measurements and Main Results, and Conclusions.
Manuscript The manuscript must be double-spaced throughout and include the sections Introduction, Methods, Results, Discussion, and References. The manuscript must include 1 to 8 keywords and an AI-use declaration in a new section before the references list if generative AI was used in manuscript preparation.
References References must be cited in the text using numbers in square brackets and listed in the order they appear in the article.
Figures & Tables Figures must be supplied as separate files, while tables must be placed next to the relevant text or on separate pages at the end of the article. Tables must be submitted as editable text rather than images and both figures and tables must be numbered consecutively, cited in the text, and provided with captions.
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Review Articles

Cover Letter A cover letter is required. Cover letter must clearly indicate whether the submission has been invited.
Abstract An abstract is required. Abstract must be no more than 250 words. Abstract must be unstructured and contain no headings.
Manuscript Manuscript must be double-spaced throughout, begin with a paragraph introducing the essential points to be discussed, and end with a concluding paragraph expressing future objectives. Manuscript must include a generative AI declaration in a new section before the references list if AI tools were used in manuscript preparation.
References References must be cited in the text using numbers in square brackets and numbered in the order they appear.
Figures & Tables Figures must be supplied as separate files, and tables must be placed next to the relevant text or on separate pages at the end of the article. Tables must be submitted as editable text and include captions, and all figures and tables must be cited in the manuscript text and numbered consecutively.
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Regular Review Articles

Cover Letter A cover letter is required. Cover letters must clearly indicate whether the submission was invited.
Abstract An abstract is required. Abstract must be no more than 250 words. Abstract must be unstructured with no headings.
Manuscript Manuscript must be double-spaced throughout, begin with a paragraph introducing the essential points to be discussed, and end with a concluding paragraph expressing future objectives. Manuscript must include a generative AI declaration in a new section before the references list if AI tools were used in manuscript preparation.
References References must be cited in the text using numbers in square brackets and numbered in the order they appear.
Figures & Tables Figures must be supplied as separate files, while tables must be placed next to the relevant text or on separate pages at the end of the article. All figures and tables must be cited in the text, numbered consecutively, and accompanied by captions.
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Case Reports

Cover Letter Cover Letter requirements are not specified.
Abstract Abstract must not be included.
Manuscript Manuscript must begin with a short introduction to the clinical context and significance of the case and must include the sections Case Report, Discussion, and References, with the Discussion ending in a brief summary. Include no more than 8 keywords and add a generative AI declaration in a new section before the references list if AI tools were used in manuscript preparation.
References References must be cited in the text using numbers in square brackets and numbered in the order of appearance.
Figures & Tables Figures must be supplied as separate files, and tables must be placed next to the relevant text or on separate pages at the end of the article. All figures and tables must be cited in the text, numbered consecutively, and provided with captions.
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Letters To The Editor

Cover Letter Cover Letter requirements are not specified.
Abstract Abstracts must not exceed 250 words.
Manuscript Letters To The Editor must be brief and concisely focused. The manuscript must include a title and a new section before the references list declaring any use of AI tools in manuscript preparation.
References Cited works must have full and accurate references and references must be cited in the text using numbers in square brackets in the order of appearance.
Figures & Tables Figures and other images must be supplied as separate files, while tables must be placed next to the relevant text or on separate pages at the end of the article. Tables must be submitted as editable text rather than images.
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Recent Publications

From Fluid Restriction to Fluid Precision: The Role of Goal-Directed Hemodynamic Management in Lung Resection

Jordan Holloway, Zoe Essandoh, Michael Essandoh

10.1053/j.jvca.2026.10.012
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Safety of Methadone in Older Adults Undergoing Cardiac Surgery: A Retrospective Cohort Study

Ima Chinedozi, Ikenna Osuamadi, Nafisseh Warner, Skye Buckner-Petty, Ozan Akca, Adam J. Milam

10.1053/j.jvca.2026.10.013
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Transesophageal echocardiographic appearance of a cavitary septic pulmonary embolic lesion in tricuspid valve infective endocarditis

Aibek E. Mirrakhimov

10.1053/j.jvca.2026.10.011
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Safety and Outcomes of Prone Positioning in the Early Postoperative Period following Cardiac Surgery

Andrea Prieto-Cabrera, Alba Palazón-Blanco, David Janeiro-Lumbreras, Eduardo Morales-Sorribas, Astrid Virginia Cantor-García, Juan Carlos Martín-Benítez, Fernando Martínez-Sagasti

10.1053/j.jvca.2026.10.007
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Remimazolam versus Propofol for Anesthesia Induction and Maintenance in Adult Cardiac Surgical Patients: A PRISMA-Compliant Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

Yun-Tai Yao, Shuo Huang, Hong-Bai Wang, Mark Chao, Aditya More, Loay Allafy, Ke-Xin Liu, Shen-Shen Gao

10.1053/j.jvca.2026.10.008
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Frequently asked questions

How long does it take to publish?

Median 7 days from submission to first decision and 4 days from acceptance to online publication.

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Is a cover letter required?

A cover letter is required for Review Articles. For Pro and Con, a cover letter stating the name of the Editor who invited submission is required. For Research Papers involving meta-analyses and related advanced statistical analyses, the cover letter must include a signed statement from a statistician. The cover letter for Review Articles should indicate if the submission has been invited.

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What are the publication costs?

Article publishing charge applies for open access articles if the manuscript is accepted.

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Research Topics

Cardiac, Anesthesia and Surgical Outcomes Cardiac Valve Diseases and Treatments Hemodynamic Monitoring and Therapy Cardiac and Coronary Surgery Techniques Mechanical Circulatory Support Devices Cardiac Arrest and Resuscitation Cardiac Structural Anomalies and Repair Aortic Disease and Treatment Approaches Airway Management and Intubation Techniques Anesthesia and Sedative Agents Anesthesia and Pain Management Congenital Heart Disease Studies Cardiovascular Function and Risk Factors Respiratory Support and Mechanisms Infective Endocarditis Diagnosis and Management Cardiac Imaging and Diagnostics Blood transfusion and management Human auditory perception and evaluation Cardiac Ischemia and Reperfusion Trauma, Hemostasis, Coagulopathy, Resuscitation Diverse Scientific and Economic Studies Anesthesia and Neurotoxicity Research Venous Thromboembolism Diagnosis and Management Atrial Fibrillation Management and Outcomes Pulmonary Hypertension Research and Treatments

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