Comparing two types of nerve blocks for pain relief after hip surgery

Efficacy and Safety of Ultrasound Guided Combined Pericapsular Nerve Group Block and Lateral Femoral Cutaneous Nerve Versus Lumbar Plexus Block for Postoperative Analgesia After Total Hip Arthroplasty: Randomized Clinical Study.

NA · Minia University · NCT05652075

This study tests which of two different nerve block methods helps people feel less pain after hip surgery while keeping safety in mind.

Quick facts

PhaseNA
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment66 (estimated)
Ages30 Years to 70 Years
SexAll
SponsorMinia University (other)
Locations1 site (Minya, Minia)
Trial IDNCT05652075 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This study evaluates the effectiveness and safety of two regional anesthesia techniques, the pericapsular nerve group (PENG) block combined with the lateral femoral cutaneous nerve block, against the traditional lumbar plexus block for managing postoperative pain in patients undergoing total hip arthroplasty. The aim is to determine which method provides better analgesia while considering the limitations posed by the use of antithrombotic drugs in orthopedic surgeries. Participants will be monitored for pain relief and any potential side effects following their surgery.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults aged 30 to 70 with ASA physical status I to III scheduled for hip surgery.

Not a fit: Patients with drug allergies, morbid obesity, coagulopathy, psychiatric disorders, opioid dependence, or those who refuse consent may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved pain management strategies for patients recovering from hip surgery.

How similar studies have performed: While regional anesthesia techniques have been widely studied, this specific comparison of PENG and lumbar plexus blocks is relatively novel and has not been extensively tested.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

(ASA) physical status I to III scheduled for hip surgery aged (30-70) years

Exclusion Criteria:

* Drug allergy,
* Morbid obesity (BMI \>40 kg/m2),
* Coagulopathy,
* Psychiatric disorder,
* Opioid dependence,
* Patient refusal to give informed consent.

Where this trial is running

Minya, Minia

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.

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Conditions: Post Operative Pain, Regional Block, PENG, lumber plexus, hip surgery

Last reviewed 2026-05-15 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.