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Hip Tricks: Battle of the Blocks
Episode 49
Monday, 15 December, 2025

Today's post focuses on a significant study comparing peri capsular nerve group (PENG) block and fascia iliac block for managing acute pain in hip fracture patients. Conducted by D Pietro et al., this research, published in Anesthesia in December 2025, offers insights into pain relief techniques within a single-center academic site in Italy. The primary focus was on immediate pain relief achieved within 60 minutes of the block procedure, with secondary outcomes analyzing pain intensity and opioid consumption. Click HERE for our detailed shownotes! (https://simkit.co/podcast/)