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Elements of airway training
1Department of Anesthesiology, School of Medicine, University of Ioannina, Ioannina, Greece. keme42002@yahoo.gr
Abstract:
Little research has been conducted into the topic of training in sedation for endoscopic procedures. In addition, a review of the literature did not reveal any published studies regarding the elements of airway training for endoscopists. From the anesthesiology published data, it seems that common methods for airway management training include theoretical instructions and hands-on sessions on anesthetized patients, manikins or simulators. Retraining is necessary in order to maintain knowledge and to refresh and update airway skills and should be conducted on a regular basis with simulation-based practice, practice with validated airway training courses, or even with hands-on training in the anesthetic room. The need for the development of formalized airway training courses carrying the joint approval of the gastrointestinal endoscopy and anesthesiology societies seems to be essential.
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