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Videolaryngoscopy and first-attempt tracheal intubation success in neonates and infants: a retrospective cohort study using the Japan Pediatric Difficult Airway in Anesthesia (J-PEDIA) registry.

British journal of anaesthesia·September 23, 2026·PMID 42778452

Why it matters

Videolaryngoscopy is widely recommended for pediatric airway management, but real-world outcomes in neonates and infants may not match controlled trial efficacy. This registry analysis suggests an efficacy-effectiveness gap, highlighting the need for structured training and implementation protocols.

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