《心胸与血管麻醉杂志》主要面向从事心脏、胸部或血管外科手术的麻醉医师。JCVA的特点是多学科的方法，来自心脏、血管和胸外科医生、心脏病学家和其他相关专家的贡献。重点放在快速出版临床相关资料。该期刊具有国际性，并鼓励各大洲提交创新稿件。
The Journal of Cardiothoracic and Vascular Anesthesia is primarily aimed at anesthesiologists who deal with patients undergoing cardiac, thoracic or vascular surgical procedures. JCVA features a multidisciplinary approach, with contributions from cardiac, vascular and thoracic surgeons, cardiologists, and other related specialists. Emphasis is placed on rapid publication of clinically relevant material. The journal is international in scope and encourages innovative submissions from all continents.