ABOUT THE JOURNAL
The Southern African Journal of Anaesthesia and Analgesia (SAJAA) aims to publish articles of relevance and interest to the anaesthetist in academia, public sector and private practice. Papers are peer reviewed to ensure that the contents are understandable, valid, important, interesting and enjoyed. All manuscripts must be submitted online. View our Editorial Team.

 

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 LATEST ARTICLES

Review Articles

 
Perioperative blood management in neonatal major non-cardiac surgery: A state-of-the-art narrative review highlighting evidence gaps and practice variabilities  
Harrilene C. Apleni, Moses Mogakolodi Kebalepile, Palesa V. Motshabi Chakane
12 October 2026

Original Research

 
Retrospective audit of anaesthesia practices in a new Bariatric unit in a Johannesburg academic hospital  
Harshal J. Mistry, Shafeeqa Mayet, Tahlia Jeggo, Zainub Jooma
22 September 2026

Original Research

 
The incidence and impact of hypothermia during neuraxial anaesthesia for orthopaedic surgery  
Sanusha Reddy, David G. Bishop
01 September 2026

Original Research

 
Sonographic anatomical variations of internal jugular vein and common carotid artery relationships in a South African tertiary hospital  
Gouws L. Germishuys, Bojan Korda
17 August 2026

Original Research

 
Development and validation of a labour epidural analgesia documentation instrument for South African hospitals  
Sean Chetty, Elizabeth J. Jacobs, Estie Mostert
04 August 2026

Original Research

 
Pre-operative anxiety and the effect of soft toys in children at an academic hospital in Johannesburg, South Africa  
Katherine R. Drennan, Grace Manjooran, Cara Redelinghuys
22 July 2026

Original Research

 
Quality of handover in the post-anaesthetic care unit at a quaternary children’s hospital in Cape Town, South Africa: A clinical audit  
John M. Breedt, Anisa Z. Bhettay, Johan van der Walt, Sarisha Govender
14 July 2026

Original Research

 
Anatomical evaluation of the greater occipital nerve block using embalmed neonatal cadavers  
Lané Prigge, Amelia Ayres, Adrian T. Bosenberg, Albert N. van Schoor
27 June 2026

Original Research

 
Preoperative assessment of paediatric gastric residual volume after consumption of a carbohydrate-containing drink using gastric ultrasound  
Junaid Y. Ajam, Sithandiwe Dingezweni, Kylesh Pegu, Halvani Moodley, Zainub Jooma
25 June 2026

Original Research

 
Evaluating the impact of point-of-care ultrasound training in undergraduate medical education: A quasi-experimental study at the University of the Witwatersrand  
Gothyang Makuya, Bojan Korda, Craig Beringer, Palesa Mogane
29 May 2026
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 ANNOUNCEMENTS

Website Update: Journal Information, Indexing and Archiving

  
Authors, readers, and prospective contributors are invited to visit the journal's Information page to learn more about its accreditation status, indexing services, archiving arrangements, and impact metrics. For additional information, please consult: DHET Accreditation,  Indexing Services, Archiving, Journal Impact. We encourage authors to review these resources to better understand the journal's visibility, discoverability, preservation arrangements, and scholarly impact.  
Posted: 2026-09-29

Notification: CPD course

  

Earn 1 CPD point upon completing the CPD course based on the article ‘Development and validation of a labour epidural analgesia documentation instrument for South African hospitals’. Purchase a membership with eCPD® to access the course. View course.

  
Posted: 2026-08-18

Notification: CPD course

  

Earn 1 CPD point upon completing the CPD course based on the article ‘Anatomical evaluation of the greater occipital nerve block using embalmed neonatal cadavers’. Purchase a membership with eCPD® to access the course. View course.

  
Posted: 2026-08-17

Notification: Exploring the Rich Tapestry of Research History

  
Embark on a journey through the annals of research history! Our journal's archives hold a wealth of knowledge waiting to be rediscovered. From pioneering studies to timeless insights, explore the foundations of today's discussions. Join us in celebrating research history and uncovering the gems that continue to shape our understanding.  
Posted: 2025-11-12 More...
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