Team Behavior and Patient Outcome Changes Following Human Factors Training in Pediatric Airway Endoscopy: A Review of Evidence and Clinical Implications

Highlights

• Multimodal human factors interventions significantly improve adherence to structured communication and nontechnical skills in pediatric airway surgeries.
• Behavioral improvements include more consistent checklist utilization, enhanced team interactions, and reduction of task interruptions during critical procedural phases.
• The integration of aviation-inspired crew resource management and simulation training bolsters operating room teamwork and situational awareness.
• While immediate clinical patient outcomes remained unchanged, the observed improvements indicate a positive culture shift and suggest long-term safety benefits.