超声引导下连续髂筋膜间隙阻滞用于老年髋部骨折患者围术期镇痛的研究

目的:研究超声引导下髂筋膜间隙阻滞对老年髋部骨折患者围手术期疼痛控制及术后并发症的影响。方法:选择2021年1月至2021年9月收治的老年髋部骨折手术患者127例,按照镇痛方法不同分为连续髂筋膜间隙阻滞组(F组)和静脉镇痛对照组(C组)。其中F组62例,男19例,女43例;年龄66~95(82.4±7.2)岁;股骨颈骨折25例,股骨转子间骨折37例。C组65例,男18例,女47例;年龄65~94(81.4±8.7)岁;股骨颈骨折29例,股骨转子间骨折36例。观察两组患者围术期不同时间点的疼痛视觉模拟评分(visual analogue scale,VAS)、简易精神状态评价量表(minimental state examination,MMSE)评分、警觉-镇静评分(observer''s assessment of alertness/sedation,OAA/S)、改良Bromage评分、术后并发症及患者住院期间情况。结果:F组实施阻滞后30 min、麻醉摆放体位时,术后6、24、48 h的静息及运动VAS低于C组(P<0.05)。F组术前12 h,术后1、3 d的MMSE评分及术后3 d的OAA/S评分高于C组(P<0.05)。F组不良反应发生率、需要额外镇痛人数低于C组(P<0.05)。F组围术期镇痛满意度及住院时间均优于C组(P<0.05)。两组患者在各时间点患肢Bromage评分及术后30 d死亡率比较,差异无统计学意义(P>0.05)。结论:超声引导下连续髂筋膜间隙阻滞可为老年髋部骨折患者提供安全、有效的围术期镇痛效果,改善术后认知功能,减少术后并发症,从而缩短住院时间,提高住院期间生活质量。     

The analgesic efficacy of continuous fascia iliaca block vs. continuous psoas compartment block after hip surgery: A comparative study

BackgroundBoth psoas compartment block and fascia iliaca compartment block have been shown to be reliable blocks for postoperative pain relief for procedures involving the hip joint. This study evaluated the efficacy of continuous psoas compartment block with continuous fascia iliaca block for postoperative analgesia after hip surgery.MethodsIn randomized blinded study Forty, ASA I–III patients aged 30–75 years, with BMI less than 40, scheduled for hip surgery, were divided to one of two groups. Group P: continuous psoas compartment block (n = 18) and group F: continuous fascia iliaca block (n = 19). Standard general anesthesia was induced after finishing the block technique. After recovery 30 ml of 0.125% levobupivacaine was injected through the catheter to all patients. Postoperative 24 h meperidine consumption, patient satisfaction, visual analogue scale pain scores at (1, 6, 12, 18, and 24 h) postoperative, postoperative hemodynamics (HR and MAp), evidence of sensory and motor blockades, and incidence of adverse effects were recorded.ResultsThere was no significant difference between the two groups in 24 h postoperative meperidine requirements, postoperative VAS, patient satisfaction, postoperative hemodynamics, and distribution of sensory and motor block of (femoral, lateral femoral cutaneous, and obturator nerves). The epidural anesthesia occurred in two patients in psoas group (11%).ConclusionBoth continuous fascia iliaca block and continuous psoas compartment block were comparable in providing safe and effective analgesia after hip surgery.     

A comparison of pre‐operative nerve stimulator‐guided femoral nerve block and fascia iliaca compartment block in patients with a femoral neck fracture

We undertook a randomised, controlled trial to compare the analgesic efficacy and opioid sparing effect of nerve stimulator‐guided femoral nerve block with fascia iliaca compartment block in patients awaiting surgery for fractured neck of femur. Ten‐centimetre visual analogue pain scores were measured before and 2 h after the block and opioid consumption was recorded in the 12‐h period after the block. One hundred and ten patients were randomly assigned. Femoral nerve block provided superior pre‐operative analgesia for fractured neck of femur compared with fascia iliaca compartment block. The difference in the mean reduction of pain score after the block was 0.9 (95% CI 0–1.8); p = 0.047. Patients receiving a femoral nerve block required less morphine after the block than those receiving fascia iliaca compartment block (p = 0.041).     

A comparison of analgesic techniques for total knee arthroplasty: A network meta-analysis

Study objectiveThere is no established analgesic method for postoperative total knee arthroplasty. We comprehensively compared the analgesic methods for postoperative total knee arthroplasty.DesignA network meta-analysis of randomised controlled trials was used to compare 18 interventions, which were ranked by six outcome indices, to select the best modality.SettingPostoperative recovery room and inpatient ward.Patients98 randomised controlled trials involving 7452 patients (ASA I-III) were included in the final analysis.InterventionsStudies that included the use of at least one of the following 12 nerve block(fascia iliaca compartment block (FIB), FNB, cFNB, single femoral nerve block (sFNB), adductor canal block (ACB), sciatic nerve block (SNB), obturator nerve block (ONB), continuous posterior lumbar plexus block (PSOAS), FNB + SNB, ACB + LIA, FNB + LIA, PCA + FNB).MeasurementsPain intensity was compared using Visual Analogue Scale (VAS). Also, postoperative complications, function score, hospital length of stay, morphine consumption and patient satisfaction were measured.Main resultsFor visual analogue scale scores, continuous femoral nerve block (FNB) and FNB + sciatic nerve block (SNB) were the the most effective interventions. For reducing postoperative complications, fascia iliaca compartment block, FNB, SNB, and obturator nerve block showed the best results. For reducing postoperative morphine consumption, adductor canal block (ACB) + local infiltration analgesia (LIA) and FNB + SNB were preferred. For function scores (range of motion, Timed-Up-and-Go test), ACB and LIA were optimal choices. For reducing hospital length of stay and patient satisfaction, ACB + LIA and FNB + LIA were best, respectively.ConclusionsPeripheral nerve block, especially FNB and ACB, is a better option than other analgesic methods, and its combination with other methods can be beneficial. Peripheral nerve block is a safe and effective postoperative analgesia method. However, our findings can only provide objective evidence. Clinicians should choose the treatment course based on the individual patient's condition and clinical situation.     

Efficacy of the fascia iliaca compartment block vs continuous epidural infusion for analgesia following total knee replacement surgery

Background and objective: Total knee replacement causes moderate to severe postoperative pain. The aim of this trial was to compare postoperative analgesia from a fascia iliaca compartment block to continuous epidural analgesia following knee arthroplasty. Patients and Methods: Clinical trial enrolling patients in American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) classes 1 to 3 randomized to 2 groups. One group received spinal anesthesia plus a fascia iliaca compartment block with 0.1% bupivacaine at a rate of 10 mL/h. The second group received combined spinal-epidural anesthesia plus epidural analgesia with 0.1% bupivacaine in continuous infusion at a rate of 8 mL/h. Postoperative pain on a visual analog scale (VAS) at rest and on movement was recorded every 3 hours for the first 24 hours. Use of intravenous morphine and the adverse events were also recorded. Results: Forty patients (20 for each group) were enrolled. The distribution of age, weight, body mass index, sex, ASA class, duration of surgery, use of morphine, and the incidence of adverse effects were similar in the 2 groups. Postoperative VAS scores at rest and on movement were also similar. The incidence of arterial hypotension was higher in the epidural analgesia group. Conclusions: The fascia iliaca compartment block and continuous epidural infusion are similarly efficient in providing postoperative analgesia for patients after total knee replacement. The fascia iliaca compartment block is associated with a lower incidence of postoperative hemodynamic complications. Early, safe rehabilitation is facilitated by both analgesic techniques.     

Efficacy of dexmedetomidine addition to bupivacaine on the quality of blind fascia iliaca compartment block in children undergoing femur fracture surgery

Efficacy of dexmedetomidine addition to bupivacaine on the quality of blind fascia iliaca compartment block in children undergoing femur fracture surgery.ObjectivesThe objectives of this study were designed to detect the effects of addition of dexmedetomidine to bupivacaine on the quality of blind fascia iliaca compartment block and its possible side effects in children undergoing fracture femur surgery.MethodsThis study was conducted on 28 children (2–6 years of age), scheduled for fracture femur surgery. Children were randomly allocated to receive either 0.25% bupivacaine 1 ml kg^?1 (B group), or 0.25% bupivacaine 1 ml kg^?1 with dexmedetomidine 2 μg kg^?1 (BD group). Anesthesia was maintained with sevoflurane 1–1.5 minimum alveolar concentration. Intraoperative sevoflurane concentration, hemodynamic, postoperative emergence delirium, sedation scores and pain scores were recorded. Duration of surgery and emergence time were recorded. Postoperative complications such as (nausea and vomiting, respiratory depression, purities, hypotension and bradycardia) were reported.ResultsCompared to the group B, patients received bupivacaine–dexmedetomidine for fascia iliaca compartment block had lower intraoperative sevoflurane concentration, higher sedation score, longer duration of postoperative analgesia, less use of rectal paracetamol for the first 24 h postoperatively and less number with postoperative agitation. No patients developed postoperative respiratory depression, purities, hypotension or bradycardia.ConclusionThe present study concluded that the combined use of bupivacaine–dexmedetomidine for fascia iliaca compartment block in children provided significant reduction of end-tidal sevoflurane concentration, remarkable hemodynamic stability, significant postoperative analgesia with lower postoperative analgesics requirements without any undesirable complications.     

Femoral block provides superior analgesia compared with intra-articular ropivacaine after anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction

BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES: Arthroscopic anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction of the knee is a painful procedure requiring intensive postoperative pain management. This prospective study investigates analgesic quality after a femoral block as compared with intra-articular injection of local anesthetic. METHODS: Eighty patients scheduled for elective ACL repair under general anesthesia were included in our study. Upon completion of surgery, the patients were randomly assigned into 1 of 2 groups: femoral group (n = 40) received a femoral block with 20 mL 1% ropivacaine; intra-articular group (n = 40) received 20 mL 1% ropivacaine injected intra-articularly. During the first 24 hours after surgery, all patients received 2 g propacetamol and 100 mg ketoprofen, intravenously. Additional postoperative analgesia was available with parenteral morphine if required. Analgesic duration was defined as the time from end of surgery to the first requirement for a supplemental analgesic. Data collection included patient demographics, visual analog scale (VAS) scores, analgesic duration, and morphine use. Analysis of variance (ANOVA) test was used to compare the 2 groups. RESULTS: VAS score in the recovery room and during rehabilitation was higher in the intra-articular group than in the femoral group (P <.001). Morphine use was lower in the femoral group than in the intra-articular group (P <.001). Similarly, analgesic duration was longer in the femoral group than the intra-articular group (P <.0001). CONCLUSIONS: Compared with intra-articular injection of local anesthetic, femoral nerve block (FNB) provides better analgesia and allows a significant morphine-sparing effect after ACL repair.     

A randomised,controlled, double blind,non‐inferiority trial of ultrasound‐guided fascia iliaca block vs. spinal morphine for analgesia after primary hip arthroplasty

We performed a single centre, double blind, randomised, controlled, non‐inferiority study comparing ultrasound‐guided fascia iliaca block with spinal morphine for the primary outcome of 24‐h postoperative morphine consumption in patients undergoing primary total hip arthroplasty under spinal anaesthesia with levobupivacaine. One hundred and eight patients were randomly allocated to receive either ultrasound‐guided fascia iliaca block with 2 mg.kg^?1 levobupivacaine (fascia iliaca group) or spinal morphine 100 μg plus a sham ultrasound‐guided fascia iliaca block using saline (spinal morphine group). The pre‐defined non‐inferiority margin was a median difference between the groups of 10 mg in cumulative intravenous morphine use in the first 24 h postoperatively. Patients in the fascia iliaca group received 25 mg more intravenous morphine than patients in the spinal morphine group (95% CI 9.0–30.5 mg, p < 0.001). Ultrasound‐guided fascia iliaca block was significantly worse than spinal morphine in the provision of analgesia in the first 24 h after total hip arthroplasty. No increase in side‐effects was noted in the spinal morphine group but the study was not powered to investigate all secondary outcomes.     

A modified fascia iliaca compartment block has significant morphine-sparing effect after total hip arthroplasty

We assessed whether a modified fascia iliaca compartment block in unilateral total hip arthroplasty provides a morphine-sparing effect in the first 24 hours. This involved a randomised, double blind study of 44 patients. Both groups received a modified fascia iliaca block with the trial group receiving 30 ml 0.5% bupivacaine with 1:200,000 adrenaline, 150 microg clonidine and 9 ml 0.9% saline and the control group receiving 40 ml 0.9% saline. Otherwise both groups received identical care with a subarachnoid block for operative anaesthesia. Patient-controlled morphine analgesia was commenced postoperatively and data were collected at three, six, 12 and 24 hours post commencement of surgery. We found that the trial group used less morphine at 12 and 24 hours (P < 0.001). The median morphine usage at 24 hours was 37.5 mg in the control patients and 22 mg in the trial patients. Pain scores were similar between groups. We conclude that a modified fascia iliaca compartment block has a significant morphine-sparing effect in unilateral total hip arthroplasty.     

Comparison of continuous 3-in-1 and fascia Iliaca compartment blocks for postoperative analgesia: feasibility,catheter migration,distribution of sensory block,and analgesic efficacy

BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES: Efficacy and technical aspects of continuous 3-in-1 and fascia iliaca compartment blocks were compared. METHODS: Forty-four patients scheduled for cruciate ligament repair or femur surgery were randomly divided into 2 groups. After surgery with the patient anesthetized, catheters were placed for continuous 3-in-1 blocks by means of a nerve stimulator (group 1). In group 2, the catheter was inserted for continuous fascia iliaca compartment block without the use of a nerve stimulator. In both groups, a 5-mg/kg bolus of 0.5% ropivacaine was administered followed by continuous infusion of 0.1 mL/kg/h of 0.2% ropivacaine for 48 hours. In the postoperative period, all the patients received parenteral propacetamol (6 g daily) and ketoprofen (200 mg daily) and 0.1 mg/kg of subcutaneous morphine as rescue analgesia if the visual analog scale (VAS) pain values were greater than 30 mm. We evaluated the technical difficulties relative to catheter placement, the location of the catheter, the analgesic efficacy, and the distribution of the sensory block at 1 hour, 24 hours, and 48 hours. RESULTS: Catheter placement was faster in group 2, and the absence of nerve stimulation decreased material costs (P <.05). No significant difference was observed between groups concerning location of the catheter tip under the fascia iliaca. In both groups, the distribution of the sensory block and its course were similar except for those of the obturator nerve (more sensory blocks in group 1, P <.05). No significant difference was noted between the groups regarding median VAS pain values and consumption of morphine during the 48-hour period. No major side effect was observed. CONCLUSIONS: The authors conclude that a catheter for continuous lumbar plexus block can be placed more quickly and at lesser cost using the fascia iliaca technique than the perivascular technique with equivalent postoperative analgesic efficacy.     

Pain control after total knee arthroplasty: a randomized trial comparing local infiltration anesthesia and continuous femoral block

Background and purpose Pain after total knee arthroplasty (TKA) is usually severe, and epidural analgesia or femoral nerve block has been considered to be an effective pain treatment. Recently, local infiltration analgesia (LIA) has become increasingly popular but the outcome of this method regarding the analgesic effect has not been fully evaluated. We compared local infiltration analgesia and femoral block with regard to analgesia and morphine demand during the first 24 h after TKA.

Methods 40 patients undergoing TKA under spinal anesthesia were randomized to receive femoral nerve block (group F) or peri- and intraarticular infiltration analgesia (group LIA) with a mixture containing ropivacaine, ketorolac, and epinephrine. All patients had access to intravenous patient-controlled analgesia (PCA) with morphine postoperatively. Pain intensity at rest and upon movement was assessed on a numeric rating scale (0–10) on an hourly basis over 24 h if the patients were awake.

Results The average pain at rest was marginally lower with LIA (1.6) than with femoral block (2.2). Total morphine consumption per kg was similar between the 2 groups. Ancillary analysis revealed that 1 of 20 patients in the LIA group reported a pain intensity of > 7 upon movement, as compared to 7 out of 19 in the femoral block group (p = 0.04).

Interpretation Both LIA and femoral block provide good analgesia after TKA. LIA may be considered to be superior to femoral block since it is cheaper and easier to perform.     

The value of adding sciatic block to continuous femoral block for analgesia after total knee replacement

BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES: The benefit of adding a sciatic nerve block to the femoral block to improve analgesia after total knee replacement is controversial. The aim of this study is to address this controversy in a prospective, comparative, and randomized study. METHODS: Patients were allocated randomly to receive a continuous femoral nerve block or continuous blocks of both the femoral and sciatic nerves. Stimulating catheters were used in all cases. A loading dose of 15 mL ropivacaine 0.75% was injected into each catheter, followed by administration of ropivacaine 0.2% (2-5 mL/h infusion via the femoral catheter; bolus 10 mL repeated every 12 hours in the sciatic catheter). The primary outcome was visual analog scale (VAS) scores (0 = no pain, 100 mm = worst pain) in postanesthesia care unit and in the 48-hour period after surgery. The secondary outcomes were amplitude of knee flexion, morphine consumption, and occurrence of postoperative nausea and vomiting (PONV). RESULTS: The VAS scores at rest were significantly higher when there was only continuous femoral nerve block than when there was both continuous femoral and sciatic nerve blocks. This difference progressively decreased and disappeared at 36 hours after surgery. The combined femoral and sciatic blocks decreased the morphine consumption by 81% and significantly decreased the occurrence of PONV. CONCLUSION: During the 36 hours immediately after total knee replacement, the combination of continuous femoral and sciatic nerve blocks improves analgesia while decreasing morphine consumption and PONV.     

超声引导髂筋膜腔隙与髂腹下/髂腹股沟神经复合阻滞在老年患者髋关节置换术术后镇痛中的作用

目的 观察超声引导下髂筋膜腔隙与髂腹下/髂腹股沟神经联合阻滞在老年患者全髋关节置换术术后镇痛的作用. 方法 选择2015年1月～2015年11月全身麻醉下行单侧前外侧入路全髋关节置换术的患者50例,年龄61～75岁,ASA分级Ⅱ、Ⅲ级,采用随机数字表法将患者分为两组(每组25例):单纯髂筋膜间隙阻滞组(单纯组)和髂筋膜腔隙与髂腹下/髂腹股沟神经复合阻滞组(复合组).手术结束后即刻行患侧超声引导下神经阻滞.单纯组于髂筋膜腔隙注射0.3％罗哌卡因30 ml;复合组分别于髂筋膜腔隙与髂腹下/髂腹股沟注射0.3％罗哌卡因15 ml.记录患者一般情况,术后6、12、18、24 h患者静息及运动VAS评分,超声成像时间,穿刺注药时间,患者自控镇痛(patient controlled analgesia,PCA)芬太尼累计用量及术后镇痛相关副作用的发生情况. 结果 两组患者一般情况差异无统计学意义(P＞0.05).两组患者术后各时点静息VAS评分差异均无统计学意义(P＞0.05).复合组运动VAS评分在术后6 h [(3.8±0.9)分]和12 h[(3.6±1.3)分]时点较单纯组[(5.5±11)分和(5.3±1.0)分]降低(P＜0.05);在术后18h和24 h时点,2组运动VAS评分差异均无统计学意义(P＞0.05).两组患者超声成像时间和穿刺注药时间差异均无统计学意义(P＞0.05).复合组PCA芬太尼累计用量[(0.54±0.03) mg]较单纯组[(0.69±0.05) mg]降低(P＜0.05).两组患者术后镇痛相关副作用发生率差异无统计学意义(P＞0.05). 结论 在老年患者髋关节置换术后,超声引导髂筋膜腔隙与髂腹下/髂腹股沟神经复合阻滞可安全、有效地用于术后镇痛,显著缓解患者甲早期的运动疼痛同时减少芬太尼用量.     

Continuous three-in-one block for postoperative pain after lower limb orthopedic surgery: where do the catheters go?

Continuous three-in-one block is widely used for postoperative analgesia after proximal lower limb surgery, but location of the catheter has not been well addressed in the literature. We prospectively studied, in 100 patients, the characteristics of catheter threading under the iliac fascia and the correlations between catheter tip location and effective sensory and motor blockade of the three principal nerves of the lumbar plexus. Postoperatively, in conscious patients, 16 to 20 cm of a catheter was placed in the fascial sheath after femoral nerve location with a nerve stimulator. Contrast media (3 mL Iopamidol 390) was injected, and the catheter tip was located by means of an anteroposterior pelvic radiograph. An equal-volume mixture of 0.5% bupivacaine/2% lidocaine with epinephrine (30 mL) was injected through the catheter. Patient and catheter-insertion characteristics were noted. Thirty minutes after injection, sensory blockade was evaluated in the cutaneous territories of the lateral femoral cutaneous, femoral, and obturator nerves, along with motor blockade of the last two nerves. Pain scores at 30 min were also recorded. Seven block failures were noted. The tip of the catheter reached the lumbar plexus (Group 1) in 23% of the patients and lay deep to the medial (Group 2) or lateral (Group 3) part of the fascia iliaca in 33% and 37% of the patients, respectively. Demographic data and catheter threading characteristics were comparable among the groups. A three-in-one block was noted in 91% of Group 1 patients, but in only 52% and 27% of Group 2 and 3 patients, respectively (P < 0.05). Comparing Group 2 and 3 patients, sensory block was achieved in respectively 100% and 94% for the femoral nerve, 52% and 94% for the lateral femoral cutaneous nerve (P < 0.05), and 82% and 27% for the obturator nerve (P < 0.05). Visual analog scale pain scores on movement were significantly lower in Group 1 patients (P < 0.05). We conclude that during a continuous three-in-one block, the threaded catheter rarely reached the lumbar plexus. The quality of sensory and motor blockade and initial pain relief depend on the location of the catheter tip under the fascia iliaca. IMPLICATIONS: The course of a continuous three-in-one block catheter is unpredictable. Only 23% of the catheters lie near the lumbar plexus. The success of sensory and motor blocks, as well as postoperative analgesia, depend on the position of the catheter under the fascia iliaca.     

Combined preoperative femoral and sciatic nerve blockade improves analgesia after anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction: a randomized controlled clinical trial

Study objectiveTo compare preoperative femoral (FNB) with combined femoral and sciatic nerve block (CFSNB) in patients undergoing arthroscopic anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction.DesignProspective, randomized clinical trial.SettingAmbulatory surgery center affiliated with an academic medical center.PatientsSixty-eight American Society of Anesthesiology physical status I and II patients undergoing arthroscopic ACL reconstruction.InterventionsSubjects randomized to the CFSNB group received combined femoral and sciatic nerve blocks preoperatively, whereas patients randomized to the FNB group only received femoral nerve block preoperatively. Both groups then received a standardized general anesthetic with a propofol induction followed by sevoflurane or desflurane maintenance. Intraoperative pain was treated with fentanyl. Pain in the postanesthesia care unit (PACU) was treated with ketorolac and opiates. Patients with significant pain despite ketorolac and opiates could receive a rescue nerve block.MeasurementsOur primary outcome variable was highest Numeric Rating Scale (NRS) pain score in PACU. NRS pain scores, opioid consumption, opioid adverse effects, and patient satisfaction were assessed perioperatively until postoperative day 3.Main resultsThe highest PACU NRS pain score was significantly higher in the FNB group compared with the CFSNB group (7 [3-10] vs 5 [0-10], P = .002). The FNB group required significantly larger doses of opioids perioperatively (31.8 vs 19.8 mg intravenous morphine equivalents, P < .001). PACU length of stay was significantly longer in the FNB group (128.2 vs 103.1 minutes, P = .006). There was no significant difference in opioid consumption, pain scores, or patient satisfaction on postoperative days 1-3 between groups.ConclusionsPreoperative CFSNB for arthroscopic ACL reconstruction improves analgesia, decreases opioid consumption perioperatively, and decreases PACU length of stay when compared with FNB alone.     

Modified continuous femoral three-in-one block for postoperative pain after total knee arthroplasty.

We prospectively studied the continuous "modified" femoral three-in-one block for postoperative pain after total knee arthroplasty. Sixty-two patients undergoing elective knee arthroplasty under spinal anesthesia with bupivacaine (B) and fentanyl were randomized to receive 0.2% B, 0.1% B, or placebo at 10 mL/h for 48 h after an initial bolus of 30 mL of the same solution via the femoral block catheter. The catheters were inserted under the fascia iliaca using a "double pop" technique and a peripheral nerve stimulator and were advanced 15-20 cm cranially. Venous plasma levels of B, desbutylbupivacaine, and 4-hydroxy B were measured daily for 3 days. All patients received patient-controlled analgesia with morphine and indomethacin suppositories for 48 h. Using computed tomography, we evaluated the catheter location for 20 patients. The catheter tips, located superior to the upper third of the sacroiliac joint in the psoas sheath, were labeled as ideally located. The group receiving 0.2% B had a larger block success rate, smaller morphine consumption in the immediate postoperative period (15 vs 22 mg) and during the first postoperative day (9 vs 18 mg), and achieved a greater range of motion in the immediate postoperative period (91 degrees +/- 10 degrees vs 80 degrees + 13 degrees ). Visual analog scores for pain during both rest and activity were low but similar between the groups. Forty percent of the catheters evaluated were ideally located. Ideal location and use of 0.2% B resulted in 100% success of blockade of all three nerves. The S1 root was blocked in up to 76% of patients. The plasma levels of B, 4-hydroxy B, and desbutylbupivacaine were below the toxic range during the infusion. We conclude that continuous fascia iliaca block with 0.2% B results in opioid-sparing and improved range of motion during the immediate postoperative period. Larger doses of bupivacaine may safely be used in the immediate postoperative period if needed. IMPLICATIONS: Continuous fascia iliaca block with 0.2% bupivacaine reduces opioid requirements and improves range of motion in the immediate postoperative period compared with a placebo and 0.1% bupivacaine. Plasma levels are below the toxic range with this dose. Only 40% of the catheters are positioned in the ideal location. With the smaller dose of bupivacaine, the success rate with this block is small.     

改良髂筋膜间隙联合腘窝坐骨神经阻滞在单侧大隐静脉曲张手术中的应用

目的观察改良髂筋膜间隙联合腘窝坐骨神经阻滞在单侧大隐静脉曲张手术中的麻醉效果。方法选择择期行单侧大隐静脉高位结扎加抽剥术患者60例,男32例,女28例,年龄42~76岁,ASAⅠ或Ⅱ级,采用随机数字表法将其分为改良髂筋膜间隙联合腘窝坐骨神经阻滞组(N组)和硬膜外阻滞组(E组),每组30例。N组先行腘窝坐骨神经阻滞,再在超声图像上确认髂筋膜和股神经位置,先行股神经阻滞,再在同一穿刺点从缝匠肌内侧缘开始,由外向内沿髂筋膜下给1%利多卡因10ml和0.5%罗哌卡因10ml,同时超声探头在腹股沟韧带水平向内移动,内侧达股动脉上方;E组采用L2~3间隙行硬膜外阻滞。记录两组阻滞前(T0)、阻滞后10min(T1)、30min(T2)、60min(T3)的SBP、DBP及HR;记录两组阻滞完成时间、感觉阻滞起效时间、术中麻黄碱使用情况、麻醉效果及术后48h恶心呕吐、头痛及尿潴留发生情况。结果与T0时比较,T2时E组的SBP和DBP明显降低(P0.05),T2时N组SBP和DBP明显高于E组(P0.05);N组感觉阻滞起效时间明显短于E组、术中麻黄碱使用率明显低于E组(P0.05);E组整体麻醉效果优于N组(P0.05),但两组麻醉效果优良率差异无统计学意义;术后48hN组尿潴留发生率明显低于E组(P0.05)。结论改良髂筋膜间隙联合腘窝坐骨神经阻滞用于单侧大隐静脉高位结扎加抽剥术中,麻醉效果良好,较硬膜外阻滞具有血流动力学影响小、术后并发症少及适应证更广等优点。     

Effects of a preoperative femoral nerve block on pain management and rehabilitation after total knee arthroplasty

The objective of this prospective, randomized, double-blind study was to determine if preoperative administration of a femoral nerve block reduces the amount of morphine needed for postoperative analgesia after total knee arthroplasty (TKA). Forty-two patients undergoing TKA were randomly assigned to receive either a femoral nerve block (0.50% bupivacaine hydrochloride with epinephrine 1:200,000) or matching placebo. Results showed postoperative morphine use was significantly lower in patients who received the nerve block (25.5 vs 37.5 mg, P = .016); however, the 2 groups had similar pain scores and rehabilitative outcomes. In general, a preoperative femoral nerve block is a safe and effective adjunct for decreasing morphine use for post-TKA analgesia.     

Comparison of the fascia iliaca compartment block with the 3-in-1 block in children

A new single injection procedure, the fascia iliaca compartment block, is described for blocking the femoral, lateral cutaneous, and obturator nerves. The technique consists of injecting a local anesthetic immediately behind the fascia iliaca at the union of the lateral with the two medial thirds of the inguinal ligament, and forcing it upward by finger compression. This block was prospectively evaluated in 60 pediatric patients aged 0.7 to 17 years undergoing surgery of the lower limb, and then compared with a similar group of 60 children given a 3-in-1 block. Adequate analgesia was only obtained in 20% of the patients given 3-in-1 blocks (group 1), whereas the fascia iliaca compartment block proved to be easy, free of complications, and effective in more than 90% of patients (group 2). Such a high failure rate in group 1 was not due to misplacement of the needle since a femoral nerve block developed in all patients. Therefore it is unlikely that the local anesthetic can spread rostrally towards the lumbar plexus then return peripherally along the issuing nerves, and this was, indeed, not confirmed by radiological findings. In the authors' opinion, a multieffective block can only develop when the local anesthetic is introduced behind the fascia iliaca, which circumscribes a potential space where the femoral, lateral cutaneous, and obturator nerves run for a considerable part of their course. This report shows that deliberately injecting this space almost always results in an easy and effective block of these three nerves. The fascia iliaca compartment block can be recommended for use in children.     

Analgesia before a spinal block for femoral neck fracture: fascia iliaca compartment block

Background: In this prospective randomized study, the authors compared the analgesic effect of a fascia iliaca compartment (FIC) block with that of intravenous (i.v.) alfentanil when administered to facilitate positioning for spinal anaesthesia in elderly patients undergoing surgery for a femoral neck fracture.
Methods: The 40 patients were randomly assigned to one of two groups, namely, the FIC group (fascia iliaca compartment block, n =20) and the IVA group (intravenous analgesia with alfentanil, n =20). Group IVA patients received a bolus dose of i.v. alfentanil 10 μg/kg, followed by a continuous infusion of alfentanil 0.25 μg/kg/min starting 2 min before the spinal block, and group FIC patients received a FIC block with 30 ml of ropivacaine 3.75 mg/ml (112.5 mg) 20 min before the spinal block. Visual analogue pain scale (VAS) scores, time to achieve spinal anaesthesia, quality of patient positioning, and patient acceptance were compared.
Results: VAS scores during positioning (mean and range) were lower in the FIC group than in the IVA group [2.0 (1–4) vs. 3.5 (2–6), P =0.001], and the mean (± SD) time to achieve spinal anaesthesia was shorter in the FIC group (6.9 ± 2.7 min vs. 10.8 ± 5.6 min; P =0.009). Patient acceptance (yes/no) was also better in the FIC group (19/1) than in the IVA group (12/8)( P =0.008).
Conclusions: An FIC block is more efficacious than i.v. alfentanil in terms of facilitating the lateral position for spinal anaesthesia in elderly patients undergoing surgery for femoral neck fractures.