Why the study?
Does fascia iliaca compartment block improve pain scores in patients with fractured neck of femur in the emergency department?
Population
137 patients presenting to the emergency department with fractured neck of femur (NOF)
Design
Cohort
Follow-up
60 min
Authors
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Supports FICB for ED hip fracture pain; leaves open need for RCTs to confirm efficacy and safety.
Does fascia iliaca compartment block improve pain scores in patients with fractured neck of femur in the emergency department?
Fascia iliaca compartment block performed by emergency physicians is an effective and safe method for pain relief in patients with fractured neck of femur in the ED.
Elkhodair et al. (2011) studied this question.
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