Critical Elements for the Pediatric Periprocedural Anesthesia Environment: Policy Statement

PEDIATRICS 2026 Open access

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Authors: Justin B. Long, Constance S. Houck, Anna M. Varughese, Section on Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine, Christina D. Diaz, Elizabeth T. Drum, Justin L. Lockman, Justin B. Long, Lena S. Y. Sun, Brittany L. Willer, Debnath Chatterjee
DOI: 10.1542/peds.2025-075746
Cited by: 1
References: 69

Abstract

The American Academy of Pediatrics proposes guidance for the pediatric periprocedural anesthesia environment. Essential components are identified to optimize the periprocedural anesthesia environment for the anesthetic care of infants and children. Such an environment promotes the safety and well-being of infants and children by reducing the risk of adverse events.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Pediatric Pain Management Techniques Anesthesia and Neurotoxicity Research Anesthesia and Pain Management

Publication details

Journal / source
PEDIATRICS
Publisher
American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP)
Volume
157
Issue
3
Publication date
23 February 2026
Language
EN