Anaesthesiology: top review articles from Indian journals

The 24 narrative reviews from Indian journals in 2026 most worth a resident's time in Anaesthesiology, ranked by how useful each is for exams and practice and by the standing of the journal. Each title opens the article on the journal's own website.

Reviews 24

1. A narrative review on fascial plane blocks – Part B: Clinical applications, practical considerations, and future directions
Santosh Kumar Sharma, Kartik Sonawane, Tuhin Mistry · Indian Journal of Anaesthesia, Jan 2026Read article
2. A narrative review on fascial plane blocks – Part A: Anatomical foundations and mechanistic insights
Santosh K. Sharma, Kartik Sonawane, Tuhin Mistry · Indian Journal of Anaesthesia, Jan 2026Read article
3. Fluid and Transfusion Strategies in Obstetric Hemorrhage: An Evidence-Based Review
Shibu Sasidharan, Kochu S. Mani, Suneeta Singh et al. · Journal of Obstetric Anaesthesia and Critical Care, Jan 2026Read article
4. Decoding quadratus lumborum blocks: Fascial pathways and analgesic coverage—A narrative review
Kartik Sonawane, Tuhin Mistry · Indian Journal of Anaesthesia, Jan 2026Read article
5. Fascial plane blocks in children: Mechanisms, indications, controversies, and practical guidance: A narrative review
Amrita Rath, Vrushali Ponde · Indian Journal of Anaesthesia, Jan 2026Read article
6. Anesthetic considerations in surgery for early onset scoliosis: Challenges and advancements
Shikha Jain, Parin Lalwani, Soumya Sarkar et al. · Journal of Clinical Orthopaedics and Trauma, Mar 2026Read article
7. Cardiac arrest and resuscitative cesarean section – A brief review
Kiranpreet Kaur, Prashant Kumar, Monika Yadav · Journal of Anaesthesiology Clinical Pharmacology, Jun 2026Read article
8. Procedural Sedation Compared to General Anesthesia for Minimally Invasive Procedures in Adults: A Narrative Review
Aparna Sinha · Journal of Postgraduate Medicine Education and Research, Jun 2026Read article
9. Delayed recovery following general anaesthesia: A comprehensive review of causes, assessment, and treatment
Ali Mohamed Saad · Indian Journal of Clinical Anaesthesia, Jan 2026Read article
10. Perioperative Care of Infants and Children With Epilepsy or an Associated Seizure Disorder: A Focused Educational Review
Zarsha Khuhro, Ashley Smith, Joseph D. Tobias · Journal of Pediatric Neurosciences, Jan 2026Read article
11. Ultrasound-guided sciatic nerve block: An educational review of anatomy and techniques – Part A: Proximal approaches
Tuhin Mistry, Kartik Sonawane, Shrabanti Jana et al. · Indian Journal of Anaesthesia, Jan 2026Read article
12. Cholinesterase deficiency and anesthesia management: Clinical challenges and coping strategies
Tiantian Liu, Chaofeng Sun, Song Ye et al. · Journal of Family Medicine and Primary Care, May 2026Read article
13. Anesthetic Considerations in Pediatric Spinal Surgery
Anudeep Jafra, Kiran Jangra, Vishwanath S. Bhaire · The Journal of Spinal Surgery, Jan 2026Read article
14. Fascia iliaca compartment block: A narrative review
Nidhi Bhatia · Indian Journal of Anaesthesia, Jan 2026Read article
15. Understanding the Dorsal Root Ganglia: Anatomy, Physiology, and its Implications in Chronic Pain Conditions
Prateek Arora, Akhil Bhalla, Priya Thappa et al. · Indian Journal of Pain, Jan 2026Read article
16. Advancements in Postoperative Pain Control Following Arthroplasty: A Narrative Review
Abhiyank Kumar Tyagi, Bhushan Patil · Indian Journal of Medical Specialities, Apr 2026Read article
17. Remifentanil-based anesthesia for transvaginal oocyte retrieval: A narrative review of clinical evidence on recovery, hemodynamics, hormones, and IVF outcomes
Snehal Venkatesh Kabra, Sanjot Ninave · Indian Journal of Clinical Anaesthesia, Apr 2026Read article
18. A narrative review of airway changes after prolonged use of supraglottic airway devices: Molecular mechanisms, pathophysiology, and preventive strategies
Amarjeet Kumar, Sovan Kumar Subudhi, Nishant Sahay · Journal of Anaesthesiology Clinical Pharmacology, Sep 2026Read article
19. Environmental sustainability in anesthesia: A narrative review of greenhouse gas emissions, mitigation strategies, and global initiatives
Rahul Madhusudan Gattani, Neeta Choudhary Verma · Indian Journal of Clinical Anaesthesia, Jul 2026Read article
20. Anesthetic Considerations in the Management of Pregnant Women with Heart Disease: A Narrative Review
Justin Paul Gnanaraj, Aruna Parameswari, Anne P Steaphen et al. · Journal of Obstetric Anaesthesia and Critical Care, Jan 2026Read article
21. The Role of Artificial Intelligence and ChatGPT in Routine Anesthesia Practices: A Narrative Review
Aparna Depuru, Kiran Jangra, Amiya Kumar Barik et al. · Journal of Postgraduate Medicine Education and Research, Mar 2026Read article
22. The new era of mechanical ventilation: Closed-loop systems, adaptive algorithms, and intelligent respiratory support
Amol Singam, Amreesh Paul Francis, Pallavi Deulkar · Indian Journal of Clinical Anaesthesia, Oct 2026Read article
23. Ethnic diversity in anaesthetic pharmacology and its implications for precision perioperative medicine: A narrative review
Lalit Gupta, Devang Bharti, Shubhi Singhal et al. · Indian Journal of Clinical Anaesthesia, Oct 2026Read article
24. Ultrasound-based Assessment of Entrapment Neuropathies in Persistent Knee Pain: A Narrative Review
Helen Gharaei, Teinny Suryadi, Pranshul Gupta et al. · Indian Journal of Pain, Jul 2026Read article