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European Society of Anaesthesiology and Intensive Care

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European Society of Anaesthesiology and Intensive Care
TypeProfessional Association
HeadquartersBrussels, Belgium
Location
  • Europe
Websiteesaic.org

The European Society of Anaesthesiology and Intensive Care is a European professional association of anaesthetists and anaesthesiologists. It is also active in the fields of emergency, intensive care, pain and perioperative medicine[1]

History

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It was formed in 2005 as the European Society of Anaesthesiology through the merger of three previous organisations: the European Academy of Anaesthesiology, dating from 1978; the European Society of Anaesthesiologists, established in 1992; and the Confederation of European National Societies of Anaesthesiology.[1][2][3] In 2020 the name was changed to European Society of Anaesthesiology and Intensive Care, reflecting the expansion of the activities of the organisation into intensive care medicine, particularly in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic.[4]

Research

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ESAIC conducts research in various areas, including perioperative medicine, anaesthetic techniques and monitoring, intensive care medicine, pain management, patient safety and quality improvement, education and training, ethics and professionalism, and health services research. The society's research aims to advance knowledge and improve patient care in anaesthesiology and intensive care.[5][6][7][8]

The organisation provides funding for research projects, sponsors research initiatives, and collaborates with other organisations to advance the field of anaesthesiology and intensive care.[9]

Clinical practice guidelines

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ESAIC develops evidence-based clinical practice guidelines for managing various conditions and procedures in anaesthesiology and intensive care.

The European Journal of Anaesthesiology, the academic journal of the society, was established in 1983; it is published by Wolters Kluwer, as is an open-access journal, the European Journal of Anaesthesiology and Intensive Care.[10]

ESAIC also publishes other journals and newsletters, including the European Journal of Pain Supplements, the ESA Newsletter, and the Patient Safety Newsletter.

Education and examination

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EDAIC stands for European Diploma in Anaesthesiology and Intensive Care examination, is a two-part exam that evaluates knowledge of basic sciences and clinical subjects. It is considered an end-of-training assessment.[11]

Euroanaesthesia

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ESAIC organises an annual congress Euroanaesthesia. It is one of Europe's largest gatherings of anaesthesiologists and intensive care specialists. The congress provides a forum for the presentation of new research, the discussion of clinical issues, and the exchange of ideas and best practices.[12][13]

Notes and references

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  1. ^ a b Sir Peter Simpson (Autumn 2013). The European Society of Anaesthesiology 8 years on, have our hopes and intentions been realised?. ESA News. Brussels: European Society of Anaesthesiology. Archived 2 September 2018.
  2. ^ Eger, E.I.; Saidman, L.J.; Westhorpe, R.N. (2013). The Wondrous Story of Anesthesia. Springer New York. p. 510. ISBN 978-1-4614-8441-7. Retrieved 1 October 2018.
  3. ^ Yentis, S.M.; Hirsch, N.P.; Ip, J. (2018). Anaesthesia and Intensive Care A-Z E-Book: An Encyclopaedia of Principles and Practice. FRCA Study Guides. Elsevier Health Sciences. p. 218. ISBN 978-0-7020-7187-4. Retrieved 1 October 2018.
  4. ^ [s.n.] (30 June 2020). ESA will become ESAIC. Brussels: European Society of Anaesthesiology and Intensive Care. Accessed March 2023.
  5. ^ "European Journal of Anaesthesiology and Intensive Care". Lippincott Williams & Wilkins Journal.
  6. ^ "European Society of Anaesthesiology and Intensive Care | UIA Yearbook Profile | Union of International Associations". Union of International Associations.
  7. ^ Zacharowski, Kai; Filipescu, Daniela; Pelosi, Paolo; Åkeson, Jonas; Bubenek, Serban; Gregoretti, Cesare; Sander, Michael; De Robertis, Edoardo (1 October 2022). "Intensive care medicine in Europe: Perspectives from the European Society of Anaesthesiology and Intensive Care". European Journal of Anaesthesiology. 39 (10): 795–800. doi:10.1097/EJA.0000000000001706. PMC 9594131. PMID 35766247.
  8. ^ "EURO ANESTHESIOLOGY AND CRITICAL CARE CONGRESS". Albanian Society of Intensive Care Medicine. 30 January 2023.
  9. ^ "ESAIC/Sintetica Research Grant Hemodynamic Support in COVID Patients | Announcements | Research". Institut de Recerca Sant Joan de Déu. 5 April 2021.
  10. ^ European Journal of Anaesthesiology: About the journal. Alphen aan den Rijn: Wolters Kluwer Health. Accessed March 2023.
  11. ^ "EDAIC - a guide for overseas anaesthetics doctors | IMG Connect Ltd - International Medical Recruitment Specialists". IMG Connect.
  12. ^ "A reading list for Euroanaesthesia 2017 in Geneva". Oxford University. 2 June 2017.
  13. ^ "Radiology Management, ICU Management, Healthcare IT, Cardiology Management, Executive Management". HealthManagement.
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