New pain block could cut morphine use after hip surgery

NCT ID NCT05250492

First seen Jul 16, 2026 · Last updated Jul 17, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This trial compares two ways to manage pain during hip replacement surgery: an ultrasound-guided nerve block (PENG block) versus injecting anesthetic directly into the joint. The study includes 60 adults scheduled for anterior hip replacement under general anesthesia. The main goal is to see which method reduces the need for morphine right after surgery.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance
ultrasound-guided PENG block (pericapsular nerve group block) with anesthetic
What this could lead to
If the PENG block proves better, it could become the standard method for controlling pain after hip replacement, reducing reliance on morphine.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage comparison, so results may not apply to all patients or surgical approaches. The PENG block might not offer significant advantages over the simpler infiltration method.

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Conditions

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Jean-François Oudet

    Lanester, 56600, France

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