
Ultrasound-Guided Pericapsular Nerve Block for Reducing Pain in Emergency for Hip Fracture Patients

Ultrasound-Guided Pericapsular Nerve Block for Reducing Pain in Emergency for Hip Fracture Patients
Effectiveness of pericapsular nerve group block with ultrasonography in patients diagnosed with hip fracture in the emergency department
Ulus Travma Acil Cerrahi Derg. 2022 Jun;28(6):832-838.Did you know you're eligible to earn 0.5 CME credits for reading this report? Click Here
Synopsis
Forty-two patients presenting to the emergency department with hip fractures were randomized to receive a pericapsular nerve group block (PENG; n=18) or intravenous paracetamol/tramadol (n=21) for pain control. The outcomes of interest included Numeric Rating Scale (NRS) pain scores at rest and with a 15 degree straight leg raise, measured up to 24 hours after emergency room processing. Patients i...
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