Efficacy and safety of videolaryngoscopy versus direct laryngoscopy in paediatric intubation: A meta-analysis of 27 randomized controlled trials.

•Tracheal intubation is a challenge for paediatric patients.•This meta-analysis synthesized 27 trials about videolaryngoscopy intubation.•Children with videolaryngoscopy intubation required longer time.•Videolaryngoscopy intubation has better glottic opening and less trauma.