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Comparison Between Iliopsoas Nerve Block and Femoral Nerve Block in Hip Fracture Surgeries
Led by Ain Shams University · Updated on 2025-03-04
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What this Trial Is About
Researchers are comparing two nerve block techniques, iliopsoas nerve block (IPB) and femoral nerve block (FNB), to see which better manages pain, improves patient satisfaction, and supports early movement after hip fracture surgery. Hip fractures, involving the upper part of the thigh bone near the hip joint, are common injuries treated in emergency and orthopedic settings. The study focuses on patients undergoing surgical repair of these fractures. Participants will receive either an iliopsoas nerve block or a femoral nerve block, each administered with 10 ml of 0.5% bupivacaine. The IPB targets sensory nerves while sparing motor function of the quadriceps muscles, potentially allowing better movement. The FNB is performed under ultrasound guidance to deliver the anesthetic near the femoral nerve. Both blocks are evaluated for their effects during and after surgery. During the study, researchers will monitor participants' pain levels, opioid use, quadriceps strength, time to start walking, satisfaction, and any complications within 24 hours after surgery. Assessments include physical evaluations and patient feedback. The study is sponsored by Ain Shams University and involves adults aged 18 to 65 who are scheduled for hip fracture surgery. Participation and data collection will occur primarily in the immediate postoperative period.
CONDITIONS
Brief Title
Iliopsoas Nerve Block and Femoral Nerve Block in Hip Fracture Surgeries
Who Can Participate
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if you...
- Age from 18 to 65 years
- Both sexes
- American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) physical status I and II
- Scheduled for elective surgical correction of hip fracture via open reduction and internal fixation, partial hip arthroplasty, or total hip arthroplasty
You will not qualify if you...
- Refusal to participate
- Coagulopathy
- History of drug allergies to study drugs
- Inability to cooperate
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Your Study Journey
Duration - 2 to 4 weeks
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial.
1 visit (in-person)
Duration - Surgery day
Participants receive either an Iliopsoas nerve block or a Femoral nerve block using 10 ml of bupivacaine 0.5% during their hip fracture surgery.
1 visit (in-person, day of surgery)
Duration - 24 hours postoperatively
Participants are monitored for pain degree, opioid consumption, quadriceps strength, time of ambulation, satisfaction, and complications within 24 hours after surgery.
1 visit (in-person, within 24 hours post-surgery)
Trial Site Locations
Total: 1 location
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Ain Shams University
Cairo, Egypt, 11591
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Research Team
H
Hazem K Saeed, Master
How is the study designed?
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OBSERVATIONAL
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