A century of progress in pediatric surgical airway management

Background: Tremendous technological advances have occurred in pediatric airway management within the past century. Pediatric surgeons have been involved in the technological progress and have also evolved as concerned care-givers. Methods: A short history reveals a few outstanding physicians who not only contributed to the technological triumphs but also to promoting “high touch.” Conclusion: Pediatric surgeons must be involved in the rapidly progressing technologies but must not allow high technology to outpace high touch.