Advances in airway management

In summary, we must continue to learn and teach others about the importance of a careful airway assessment which includes a comprehensive evaluation of the predictors of difficult ventilation using a mask or an extraglottic device, difficult intubation using direct laryngoscopy or alternative intubating devices, as well as a difficult surgical airway. We should also strive to improve our strategies and techniques in managing the difficult airway using the best available clinical resources and evidence.