Strategies and algorithms for the management of the difficult airway: An update

SummaryThe aim of this review is to provide an update on the most recent national algorithms for the management of the difficult airway. The topic of difficult extubation strategies, integration of new airway tools into airway algorithms, recommendations for specific scenarios and recent expert opinion are addressed. Importance and necessity of a preplanned airway strategy is strengthened and topics for further research in airway management will be pointed out.