Pediatric anesthesia & critical care

Perspectives on Starting a Pediatric Spinal Anesthesia Program

Paediatr AnaesthPublished Narrative review

Authors' conclusion

Successful expansion of the program depends on the implementation of robust staffing models and proactive efforts to educate staff and maintain adherence to established protocols.

Study context

Population
Infants receiving spinal anesthesia as an alternative to GA

Main finding

As reported in the abstract

  • Structured approach to establishing a pediatric spinal anesthesia program: implementation champions, careful preparation, stakeholder engagement, quality control
  • Early blueprint; procedural success early via thorough preparation and careful patient selection within an initial pilot program
  • Expansion depends on robust staffing models, proactive staff education and adherence to established protocols

Original publication

Perspectives on Starting a Pediatric Spinal Anesthesia Program. Paediatr Anaesth. Published 10 June 2025. doi:10.1111/pan.15141

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