SynthesisFrontiers in medicine2025
Ultrasound-guided fascia iliaca compartment block versus intravenous analgesia in geriatric hip fractures: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized trials demonstrating superior pain control.
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Abstract
Background: Severe pain in elderly hip fracture patients exacerbates perioperative risks. This meta-analysis compares ultrasound-guided fascia iliaca compartment block (UG-FICB) with intravenous analgesia for pain management. Methods: A comprehensive search of randomized controlled trials (RCTs) published through February 2025 was conducted across major databases, including English-language databases and Chinese databases. Outcomes analyzed via RevMan 5.3 using random/fixed-effect models. Primary outcomes encompassed Visual Analog Scale (VAS) scores, analgesic consumption, patient satisfaction, main adverse reactions, and gastrointestinal adverse events. Secondary outcomes included intraoperative blood loss, operative time, length of stay, and respiratory adverse events. Results: A total 26 RCTs ( Conclusion: Compared to intravenous analgesia, UG-FICB provides superior, sustained pain relief with fewer opioid-related complications and higher patient satisfaction. UG-FICB's safety and efficacy advantages strongly support its adoption as first-line therapy in geriatric hip fractures protocols.
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