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  • Neonatal Medicine
  • Pediatric Anesthesiology
  • Respiratory Care

Background:

  • Neonatal airway management requires specialized knowledge and clinical skills.
  • Understanding neonatal anatomy, respiratory physiology, and the sequelae of prematurity is crucial.
  • Familiarity with available techniques for managing normal neonatal airways is essential.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide stepwise considerations for neonatal airway management.
  • To detail specific considerations for assessment, preparation, induction, and premedication.
  • To outline techniques and strategies for managing both normal and difficult neonatal airways.

Main Methods:

  • This is a review article.
  • The review synthesizes current knowledge on neonatal airway management.
  • It provides a stepwise approach to airway management.

Main Results:

  • Neonatal airway management is complex and requires unique expertise.
  • Understanding anatomical and physiological differences in neonates is key.
  • A systematic approach is necessary for safe and effective airway control.

Conclusions:

  • Safe and effective neonatal airway management hinges on specialized knowledge and skills.
  • Practitioners must understand neonatal-specific anatomy, physiology, and potential complications.
  • This review offers a comprehensive guide for managing neonatal airways, including difficult cases.