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Augmented Reality in Airway Management: A Scoping Review
Andrew Hart1, Matthew Zemel2, Laurence Henson2
1From the University of Washington, School of Medicine, Seattle, Washington.
Anesthesia and Analgesia
|August 5, 2025
Summary
Augmented reality (AR) shows potential in airway management training and procedures, enhancing visualization and success rates. However, more research is needed to confirm its clinical benefits and safety.
Area of Science:
- Medical Technology
- Anesthesiology
- Critical Care
Background:
- Augmented reality (AR) is an emerging technology with potential applications in healthcare.
- Its use in airway management, crucial for anesthesiology and critical care, is underexplored.
- This review examines current literature on AR in airway management.
Conclusions:
- Augmented reality holds promise for improving anatomical understanding, procedural accuracy, and educational engagement in airway management.
- Current evidence is limited, necessitating rigorous clinical trials to establish efficacy and safety.
- Further research is required to optimize AR usability and clarify its role in patient safety and provider training.
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