The BJA and its sister publications, BJA Open and BJA Education, accept various paper types: Clinical and laboratory investigations.
Initially, the BJA follows a policy, allowing authors to submit manuscripts as a single Word or PDF file without strict formatting. However, once a paper is accepted for revision, it must follow detailed standards: Format: Submissions must be in Word format .
Standard layout includes a Title page , Abstract/Summary with keywords, and a body organized into Introduction, Methods, Results, and Discussion (IMRAD). The BJA and its sister publications, BJA Open
Pages should be numbered in the top right-hand corner , starting with the title page.
Including systematic reviews and meta-analyses. Standard layout includes a Title page , Abstract/Summary
Use the active voice and clear, simple language. Specific guidelines for abbreviations and units are outlined in the BJA Style Guide . Article Types & Requirements
For the , the "proper paper" refers to the specific formatting and submission guidelines required for manuscript acceptance. Manuscript Submission Requirements Use the active voice and clear, simple language
Concise updates or "how-to" descriptions (max 250 words less than standard articles). Guideline Articles: Must adhere to the AGREE checklist . Visuals & Metadata Guide for authors - British Journal of Anaesthesia