Der Anaesthesist is an internationally recognized journal de­aling with all aspects of anaesthesia and intensive medicine up to pain therapy. Der Anaesthesist addresses all specialists and scientists particularly interested in anaesthesiology and it is neighbouring areas. Review articles provide an overview on selected topics reflecting the multidisciplinary environment including pharmacotherapy, intensive medicine, emergency medicine, regional anaesthetics, pain therapy and medical law. Freely submitted original papers allow the presentation of relevant clinical studies and serve the scientific exchange. Case reports feature interesting cases and aim at optimizing diagnostic and therapeutic strategies. Review articles under the rubric 'Continuing Medical Education' present verified results of scientific research and their integration into daily practice.