A Longitudinal Supra-Inguinal Fascia Iliaca Compartment Block Reduces Morphine Consumption After Total Hip Arthroplasty

Desmet, Matthias; Vermeylen, Kris; Van Herreweghe, Imré; Carlier, Laurence; Soetens, Filiep; Lambrecht, Stijn; Croes, Kathleen; Pottel, Hans; Van de Velde, Marc

doi:10.1097/aap.0000000000000543

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A Longitudinal Supra-Inguinal Fascia Iliaca Compartment Block Reduces Morphine Consumption After Total Hip Arthroplasty

Published in Regional Anesthesia & Pain Medicine • Jan 1, 2017

Authors:

Matthias Desmet

Kris Vermeylen

Imré Van Herreweghe

Abstract

BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES: The role of a fascia iliaca compartment block (FICB) for postoperative analgesia after total hip arthroplasty (THA) remains questionable. High-dose local anesthetics and a proximal injection site may be essential for successful analgesia. High-dose local anesthetics may po...

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Ropivacaine

Medicine

Anesthesia

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