Anaesthesiology is one of the most trial-friendly specialities in India, because operating lists are long, outcomes are recorded minute by minute and many questions compare two accepted drugs, doses or techniques. A good thesis chooses a common surgery, a clear primary outcome such as duration of analgesia, onset of block, intubating conditions or haemodynamic response, and a protocol that every anaesthetist on the list can follow.
Prospective randomised double-blind studies and prospective observational studies are the backbone of anaesthesia theses and fit comfortably within the residency period. The catalogue covers Perioperative Medicine and Monitoring, Obstetric Anaesthesia, Airway Management, Regional Anaesthesia, Neuroanaesthesia, Pain Medicine, Cardiothoracic and Vascular Anaesthesia, Paediatric Anaesthesia, and Sedation and Anaesthetic Pharmacology, from ultrasound-guided blocks to interventional pain procedures.
1What the MD Anaesthesiology catalogue covers
Our thesis-title catalogue, shared with our sister site medicalthesistopic.in, currently lists 417 MD Anaesthesiology titles. The newest ones are based on PubMed literature published in 2024–2026. Titles by subject area (top 9):
| Subject area | Titles |
|---|---|
| Perioperative Medicine & Monitoring | 79 |
| Obstetric Anaesthesia | 54 |
| Airway Management | 49 |
| Regional Anaesthesia | 48 |
| Neuroanaesthesia | 41 |
| Pain Medicine | 39 |
| Cardiothoracic & Vascular Anaesthesia | 37 |
| Paediatric Anaesthesia | 35 |
| Sedation & Anaesthetic Pharmacology | 35 |
Most common study designs: prospective randomised double-blind study (160), prospective observational study (128), prospective comparative study (43), retrospective record-based study (29), hospital-based cross-sectional study (24), prospective analytical study (21). Each title already names its study design, so you can see at a glance whether it suits your department's patient load and your timeline.
Browse by subject area: Airway Management · Neuroanaesthesia · Obstetric Anaesthesia · Perioperative Medicine & Monitoring · Regional Anaesthesia
250 recent MD Anaesthesiology thesis titles
These 50 titles are free to read. Discuss any of them with your guide before you commit; check that it has not already been taken up in your department.
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Intracuff alkalinised lignocaine versus air-filled cuff for emergence cough and postoperative sore throat
Airway ManagementProspective randomised double-blind studyComparative / Interventional - 002
Head-up versus supine position during preoxygenation and safe apnoea time in non-obese adults
Airway ManagementProspective randomised double-blind studyComparative / Interventional - 003
El-Ganzouri risk index versus modified Mallampati test in predicting difficult intubation
Airway ManagementProspective observational studyDiagnostic / Tool Evaluation - 004
Ultrasound-guided superior laryngeal nerve block versus nebulised lignocaine for airway anaesthesia during awake fibreoptic intubation
Airway ManagementProspective randomised double-blind studyComparative / Interventional - 005
Baska mask versus i-gel in adults undergoing elective surgery: oropharyngeal leak pressure and ease of insertion
Airway ManagementProspective randomised double-blind studyComparative / Interventional - 006
Awake videolaryngoscopic versus awake fibreoptic intubation in anticipated difficult airway: time to intubation and patient comfort
Airway ManagementProspective randomised double-blind studyComparative / Interventional - 007
Gastric insufflation detected by gastric ultrasound during face mask ventilation at different inspiratory pressures
Airway ManagementProspective randomised double-blind studyComparative / Interventional - 008
Ultrasound-measured hyomental distance ratio for prediction of difficult laryngoscopy
Airway ManagementProspective observational studyDiagnostic / Tool Evaluation - 009
Videolaryngoscope versus direct laryngoscope for intubation with manual in-line stabilisation in patients with cervical spine injury: first-pass success
Airway ManagementProspective randomised double-blind studyComparative / Interventional - 010
Incidence and risk factors of laryngospasm in children undergoing adenotonsillectomy
Paediatric AnaesthesiaProspective observational studyAssociation / Correlation - 011
Dorsal penile nerve block versus caudal block for analgesia after circumcision in children
Paediatric AnaesthesiaProspective randomised double-blind studyComparative / Interventional - 012
Intranasal dexmedetomidine versus oral triclofos for sedation in children undergoing MRI: sedation success and recovery time
Paediatric AnaesthesiaProspective randomised double-blind studyComparative / Interventional - 013
Incidence and risk factors of hypoxaemia during paediatric upper gastrointestinal endoscopy under propofol sedation
Paediatric AnaesthesiaProspective observational studyAssociation / Correlation - 014
Erector spinae plane block versus caudal block for analgesia in children undergoing pyeloplasty
Paediatric AnaesthesiaProspective randomised double-blind studyComparative / Interventional - 015
Indications, airway difficulties and neonatal outcome of general anaesthesia for caesarean section
Obstetric AnaesthesiaRetrospective record-based studyClinical Spectrum / Profile - 016
Sphenopalatine ganglion block versus conservative management for post-dural puncture headache in postpartum women
Obstetric AnaesthesiaProspective randomised double-blind studyComparative / Interventional - 017
Low-dose versus conventional-dose hyperbaric bupivacaine with fentanyl for elective caesarean section: hypotension and block adequacy
Obstetric AnaesthesiaProspective randomised double-blind studyComparative / Interventional - 018
Radiofrequency thermocoagulation of the Gasserian ganglion in drug-refractory trigeminal neuralgia: pain relief and recurrence at six months
Pain MedicineProspective observational studyOutcome / Prognostic - 019
Ultrasound-guided greater occipital nerve block in chronic migraine: headache frequency and analgesic use at three months
Pain MedicineProspective observational studyOutcome / Prognostic - 020
Ultrasound-guided hydrodilatation versus intra-articular corticosteroid injection in adhesive capsulitis of the shoulder
Pain MedicineProspective comparative studyComparative / Interventional - 021
Knowledge, attitude and barriers regarding opioid prescribing for cancer pain among resident doctors
Pain MedicineHospital-based cross-sectional studyCommunity / KAP - 022
Prevalence and risk factors of chronic post-mastectomy pain among breast cancer survivors
Pain MedicineHospital-based cross-sectional studyAssociation / Correlation - 023
Pain relief and quality of life after radiofrequency ablation of lumbar medial branch nerves in facet joint pain
Pain MedicineProspective observational studyOutcome / Prognostic - 024
Ultrasound-guided platelet-rich plasma versus corticosteroid injection for chronic plantar fasciitis
Pain MedicineProspective randomised double-blind studyComparative / Interventional - 025
Caudal versus transforaminal epidural steroid injection for unilateral lumbar radicular pain: pain relief and functional disability at three months
Pain MedicineProspective comparative studyComparative / Interventional - 026
Transversalis fascia plane block versus ilioinguinal-iliohypogastric nerve block for analgesia after open inguinal hernia repair in adults
Regional AnaesthesiaProspective randomised double-blind studyComparative / Interventional - 027
Intrathecal 1% chloroprocaine versus hyperbaric bupivacaine for short-duration perianal surgery: time to ambulation and discharge
Regional AnaesthesiaProspective randomised double-blind studyComparative / Interventional - 028
Serratus anterior plane block versus erector spinae plane block for analgesia in patients with multiple rib fractures
Regional AnaesthesiaProspective randomised double-blind studyComparative / Interventional - 029
Ultrasound-guided pudendal nerve block for analgesia after haemorrhoidectomy: postoperative pain scores and urinary retention
Regional AnaesthesiaProspective randomised double-blind studyComparative / Interventional - 030
Popliteal sciatic with saphenous nerve block versus spinal anaesthesia for foot and ankle surgery: haemodynamic stability and patient satisfaction
Regional AnaesthesiaProspective comparative studyComparative / Interventional - 031
Dexmedetomidine as adjuvant to ropivacaine in adductor canal block: duration of analgesia after arthroscopic knee surgery
Regional AnaesthesiaProspective randomised double-blind studyComparative / Interventional - 032
Ultrasound-guided infraclavicular versus axillary brachial plexus block for forearm and hand surgery: onset time and block success
Regional AnaesthesiaProspective randomised double-blind studyComparative / Interventional - 033
Anterior quadratus lumborum block versus erector spinae plane block for analgesia after percutaneous nephrolithotomy
Regional AnaesthesiaProspective randomised double-blind studyComparative / Interventional - 034
Incidence and risk factors of vasoplegia after cardiopulmonary bypass
Cardiothoracic & Vascular AnaesthesiaProspective observational studyAssociation / Correlation - 035
Low-dose intrathecal morphine versus intravenous fentanyl for analgesia and extubation time after off-pump coronary artery bypass grafting
Cardiothoracic & Vascular AnaesthesiaProspective randomised double-blind studyComparative / Interventional - 036
Perioperative outcome of patients with rheumatic mitral stenosis undergoing non-cardiac surgery
Cardiothoracic & Vascular AnaesthesiaRetrospective record-based studyOutcome / Prognostic - 037
Incidence and predictors of prolonged mechanical ventilation after elective cardiac surgery
Cardiothoracic & Vascular AnaesthesiaProspective observational studyAssociation / Correlation - 038
Regional versus general anaesthesia for carotid endarterectomy: perioperative haemodynamics and neurological outcome
Cardiothoracic & Vascular AnaesthesiaRetrospective record-based studyComparative / Interventional - 039
Serratus anterior plane block versus erector spinae plane block for analgesia after video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery
Cardiothoracic & Vascular AnaesthesiaProspective randomised double-blind studyComparative / Interventional - 040
Double-lumen tube versus bronchial blocker for lung isolation in video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery: placement time and quality of lung collapse
Cardiothoracic & Vascular AnaesthesiaProspective comparative studyComparative / Interventional - 041
Pressure-controlled versus volume-controlled one-lung ventilation in thoracic surgery: oxygenation and airway pressures
Cardiothoracic & Vascular AnaesthesiaProspective randomised double-blind studyComparative / Interventional - 042
Thromboelastography-guided versus conventional laboratory-guided transfusion in cardiac surgery: blood product use and chest drain output
Cardiothoracic & Vascular AnaesthesiaProspective comparative studyComparative / Interventional - 043
Cerebral oxygen desaturation during cardiopulmonary bypass and its association with postoperative cognitive dysfunction
Cardiothoracic & Vascular AnaesthesiaProspective observational studyAssociation / Correlation - 044
Perioperative dexmedetomidine infusion and incidence of postoperative atrial fibrillation after on-pump coronary artery bypass grafting
Cardiothoracic & Vascular AnaesthesiaProspective randomised double-blind studyComparative / Interventional - 045
Vasoactive-inotropic score as a predictor of postoperative morbidity after paediatric cardiac surgery
Cardiothoracic & Vascular AnaesthesiaProspective observational studyOutcome / Prognostic - 046
Preoperative left ventricular global longitudinal strain on echocardiography as a predictor of low cardiac output syndrome after coronary artery bypass grafting
Cardiothoracic & Vascular AnaesthesiaProspective observational studyOutcome / Prognostic - 047
Intraoperative transoesophageal echocardiography findings leading to change in surgical plan during valve surgery
Cardiothoracic & Vascular AnaesthesiaProspective observational studyClinical Spectrum / Profile - 048
Transversus thoracic muscle plane block versus pecto-intercostal fascial block for analgesia after median sternotomy
Cardiothoracic & Vascular AnaesthesiaProspective randomised double-blind studyComparative / Interventional - 049
Bilateral erector spinae plane block versus intravenous fentanyl for analgesia and time to extubation after cardiac surgery via median sternotomy
Cardiothoracic & Vascular AnaesthesiaProspective randomised double-blind studyComparative / Interventional - 050
Perioperative outcome of decompressive craniectomy in traumatic brain injury and predictors of in-hospital mortality
NeuroanaesthesiaRetrospective record-based studyOutcome / Prognostic
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5Tips for choosing a MD Anaesthesiology topic
- Register every drug or technique comparison with CTRI before the first patient, as many journals and universities insist on prospective registration for anaesthesia trials.
- Use standard tools such as ASA physical status, Mallampati grading, the Visual Analogue or Numeric Rating Scale, the Bromage scale, the Ramsay Sedation Scale and the Modified Aldrete score.
- Ultrasound-guided block studies need a portable ultrasound machine on the list and a consistent operator. Confirm machine availability and decide who performs the block before you start.
- Blinding often fails when drugs look different. Ask the pharmacy or a colleague to prepare coded syringes, and keep the observer separate from the person giving the anaesthetic.
For the general checklist (patient load, timeline, cost, ethics), see how to choose an MD/MS thesis topic, and for more ideas our earlier post on MD Anaesthesiology thesis topics. Every titles page for other specialities is listed on thesis topics by speciality.
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to common questions on this topic
It is not compulsory, but randomised comparisons are very common because they are feasible on routine lists. Observational studies, such as airway prediction, incidence of complications or monitoring correlations, are equally acceptable. Choose the design that answers your question best and matches your guide's experience.
Caesarean sections, lower limb orthopaedic surgery, laparoscopic cholecystectomy, hernia repair and ENT procedures usually provide steady numbers. Check the theatre register to count eligible cases per month, and remember that strict inclusion criteria, such as ASA grade or age limits, will reduce the pool.
Yes, if your department runs a pain clinic with regular procedures such as nerve blocks, epidural steroid injections or radiofrequency ablation. Outcomes like pain scores, disability indices and analgesic use over a few weeks are feasible. Confirm fluoroscopy or ultrasound access and procedure numbers first.
Use them as starting points. Discuss the title with your guide, check that it fits your department's patients and facilities, check it has not already been done at your institution, and adjust the wording before you submit it to your ethics committee.
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