New nerve block technique could replace spinal anesthesia for hip surgery
NCT ID NCT07427082
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested whether a nerve block (lumbar erector spinae plane block) guided by ultrasound works as well as spinal anesthesia for hip and upper thigh surgery. Sixty-six adults received either the nerve block or spinal anesthesia, and researchers measured how long it took before they needed pain medicine after surgery. The goal is to find a safer option that reduces opioid use and side effects.
What this could mean
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Active substance
local anesthetic (bupivacaine and lidocaine)
What this could lead to
If successful, this could offer a safer alternative to spinal anesthesia for hip surgery, reducing opioid use and side effects.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed study with only 66 participants, so results may not apply to all patients. The block may not provide adequate anesthesia for everyone.
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Gaziantep University
Gaziantep, Turkey (Türkiye)