AnnalsAfricanSurgery

This case report describes the use of an Erector spinae plane block in a limited critical care capacity setting to facilitate the early extubation of a 5-day-old infant undergoing thoracotomy for tracheoesophageal fistula repair.  annalsofafricansurgery.com/erector-spinae… #globalsurgery

Just 8 days to go to the deadline! There's still time to send in your applications. #editorialwork #peerreview #research #application #surgical #african #journal

This study examines patient experience and surgical outcomes for Hirschsprung’s Disease diagnosed beyond the neonatal period in low- and middle-income countries. annalsofafricansurgery.com/management-of-… #globalsurgery #surgicalresearch #pediatric #surgery #neonatal #Africa #journal

This study assessed the effectiveness of the research methods course in strengthening research skills across anesthesiology and surgery specialties by evaluating participants’ attitudes and perceptions of the course.  annalsofafricansurgery.com/evaluation-of-… #globalsurgery #surgicalresearch

Some of our achievements from last year and early this year

.@AfricanSurgery EIC James Kigera presents past-year successes: indexing, training, research, streamlining of reviewer selection. Will present data at #PRC10 in September. Read the science at annalsofafricansurgery.com! #AfricanScience #AfricanResearch @peerrevcongress

The Annals of African Surgery is recruiting an Administrator (Short Term Contract) to support our journal’s operations. Deadline extended to 31st July 2025. Apply now: annalsofafricansurgery.com/post/call-for-… #MedicalPublishing #AdminJobs #Research #Hiring

The Annals of African Surgery is looking for an Editorial Apprentice to join our team. Deadline extended to 31st July 2025. 👉 Apply now: annalsofafricansurgery.com/post/call-for-… #MedicalPublishing #EditorialJobs #Africa #Research #Hiring

The application deadline is tomorrow.

To read more about these articles that received the most readership in June, click the link below and select the MOST READ option. annalsofafricansurgery.com #globalsurgery #surgicaljournal #research #surgicalresearch

We’re excited to announce that Volume 22 Issue 3 of the Annals of African Surgery is now out. This issue showcases groundbreaking research and unique case reports advancing surgical practice across Africa and globally. annalsofafricansurgery.com/22-3 @AJPPEditors @KenyaSurgical

We are excited to announce openings for the positions listed on the poster. For more detailed information and application guidelines, click the link below. annalsofafricansurgery.com/post/call-for-… Applications close on 11th July 2025. #joinourteam #interns #journal #africa

FAP is a rare disease syndrome characterized by mutations in the Adenomatous Polyposis Coli gene. This paper details a compelling case of a 17 YO female with a 4-year history of intermittent abdominal pain, rectal bleeding, and anal masses. annalsofafricansurgery.com/familial-adeno… #rarediseases

To read more about these articles that received the most readership in May, click the link below. annalsofafricansurgery.com #globalsurgery #surgicaljournal #research #surgicalresearch

Enterolithiasis refers to the presence of stones inside the lumen of the intestine as a result of stasis. Herein is a case of primary enterolithiasis secondary to tubercular stricture in the ileum, causing subacute intestinal obstruction in a 48 YO female. annalsofafricansurgery.com/enterolith-ind…

Upper aerodigestive emergencies can be serious but what causes them? A study in Cameroon found infections, trauma and swallowed foreign objects at the top reasons for UADEs. To read the article, click the link below. annalsofafricansurgery.com/review-of-uppe… #globalsurgery #Africanresearch

She previously served as an editorial apprentice in our journal, and we are delighted to welcome her to the editorial team in this new role.

We are thrilled to announce the appointment of Dr. Cecilia Munguti as an Assistant Editor. Dr. Munguti is a General Surgeon and Lecturer at Mount Kenya University. Her interests include gastrointestinal surgery, basic sciences, and clinical research.

To read more about these articles that received the most readership in April, click the link below. annalsofafricansurgery.com #globalsurgery #surgicaljournal #research #surgicalresearch

New Issue Alert! We are pleased to announce that Volume 22 Issue 2 is now available. Click the link below to read the articles featured in this issue. annalsofafricansurgery.com/22-2 #AfricanSurgery #GlobalSurgery #MedicalResearch #OpenAccess @AJPPEditors @KenyaSurgical