Comparing two pain management techniques for femoral fractures
Comparison of Postoperative Analgesic Efficacy of Quadroiliac Plane Block and Pericapsular Nerve Group (PENG) Block in Femoral Fractures: A Multicenter Randomized Controlled Prospective Study
This study is testing which of two pain relief methods works better for adults recovering from surgery for femoral neck fractures.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 52 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Kanuni Sultan Suleyman Training and Research Hospital Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Istanbul) |
| Trial ID | NCT06604806 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This multicenter study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of two different postoperative analgesic techniques, the Quadroiliac Plane Block (QIPB) and the Pericapsular Nerve Group (PENG) block, in patients undergoing surgery for femoral neck fractures. Patients aged 18 and older will be randomly assigned to receive one of the two blocks after surgery under spinal anesthesia. Pain levels will be measured using a visual analog scale at various intervals post-surgery, and opioid consumption will be tracked through patient-controlled analgesia. The study will be conducted at two hospitals in Istanbul, ensuring a diverse patient population.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults aged 18 and older with an ASA score of I-III undergoing femoral neck fracture surgery.
Not a fit: Patients with a history of bleeding disorders, anticoagulant use, or neuropathic diseases may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved pain management strategies for patients undergoing femoral fracture surgery.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown promising results with similar nerve block techniques, indicating potential for success in this approach.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Patients and their relatives have provided informed consent, * Patients aged 18 years or older undergoing femoral fracture surgery, * ASA score of I-III, * No history of bleeding diathesis, * No history of anticoagulant use that contraindicates block application according to guidelines, * No history of neuropathic diseases such as Diabetes Mellitus, * No known allergy to local anesthetics. Exclusion Criteria: * Lack of informed consent from the patient or their relatives, * Development of complications during the surgical procedure, * Need for revision surgery, * Patient\'s desire to withdraw from the study, * Patients under the age of 18, * ASA score of IV or higher, * Patients with a history of bleeding diathesis, * History of anticoagulant use that contraindicates block application according to guidelines, * Emergency surgeries, * History of allergy to local anesthetics, * History of neuropathic diseases, * Inability to comply with patient-controlled analgesia (PCA) systems.
Where this trial is running
Istanbul
- Health Science University İstanbul Kanuni Sultan Süleyman Education and Training Hospital — Istanbul, Turkey (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Engin ihsan Turan, M.D.
- Email: enginihsan@hotmail.com
- Phone: +905382431114
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.