Audiovisual Distraction Increases Success Rates of Sedation‐Free Pediatric Magnetic Resonance Imaging

AV-MRI technology increases the success rate of sedation-free MRI in pediatric patients, reducing risks and healthcare costs without compromising diagnostic quality. Age and sex are important predictors of success. The study advocates for the broader adoption of AV-MRI and similar technologies to minimize sedation use, thereby improving safety and operational efficiency in pediatric radiology. Future research should explore additional patient factors influencing sedation-free MRI success and extend motion artifact analysis to other MRI procedures.