Comparison of the Effectiveness of Fascia Iliaca Compartment Block for Preoperative Pain Relief in Patients With Intracapsular or Extracapsular Hip Fractures

Elke Stenvers, Layla Dijkerman, Bram P.A. Schop, Ingrid M. Nijholt, Roelina Munnik-Hagewoud, Rutger G. Zuurmond, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Isala Clinics, The Netherlands, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, University Medical Centre Groningen, The Netherlands, Department of Innovation and Science, Isala Clinics, The Netherlands, Department of Radiology and Nuclear Medicine, Isala Clinics, The Netherlands

Geriatric Orthopaedic Surgery & Rehabilitation

Published online on January 06, 2026

Abstract

Geriatric Orthopaedic Surgery & Rehabilitation, Volume 17, January-December 2026.
IntroductionHip fractures can be divided into intracapsular(ICF) and extracapsular(ECF) fractures. Preoperative pain management of hip fractures is important and complex. Fascia Iliaca Compartment Block(FICB) is proven effective in reducing pain. The ...