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Evaluation of Anterior Quadratus Lumborum Block for Postoperative Analgesia in Hip Arthroscopy: A Double-Blinded Randomized Controlled Trial
In Brief
A Phase 3 clinical trial evaluating Bupivacaine + dexamethasone and Ultrasound for Hip Disease. Completed, enrolled 96 participants across 1 site.
Detailed Summary
Hip arthroscopy is performed frequently and the postoperative course often involves moderate to severe pain. There remains no definitive perioperative pain regimen that has been proven to be effective and safe for this ambulatory procedure. Some institutions perform peripheral nerve blocks either preoperatively or postoperatively as a rescue block. All of these PNBs lead to quadriceps weakness which may impede earlier mobilization and physical therapy. While some case reports exist, there have not been any studies evaluating the QLB for hip arthroscopy patients. As previously mentioned, the technique is easy to perform, well-tolerated by patients, and avoids side effects such as hypotension, urinary retention, or the quadriceps weakness associated with lumbar plexus blockade.
Study Details
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Interventions
Anesthetic that will help treat pain and sensation after hip arthroscopy
Ultrasound will help guide the anesthesiologist in performing the nerve block