Analgesia For Positioning Patient With Femur Fracture For Spinal Anaesthesia

Analgesia For Positioning Patient With Femur Fracture For Spinal Anaesthesia : Ultrasound-Guided Fascia Iliaca Compartment Block Versus Intravenous Fentanyl

This study is performed to determine the efficacy of ultrasound-guided fascia iliaca compartment block during positioning for spinal anaesthesia in patient undergoing repair of proximal femur fracture surgery comparing with intravenous fentanyl.

This a prospective, single-blind, randomized control study that compare the efficacy of ultrasound-guided fascia iliaca compartment block with intravenous fentanyl in positioning patient with femur fracture for spinal anaesthesia.

Inclusion Criteria:

• American Society of Anaesthesiologists (ASA) score I and II
• Elective surgery of repair of unilateral, single femoral fracture under spinal anaesthesia performed in General Operation Theatre, Hospital Kuala Lumpur. The fracture may involve femoral neck or femoral shaft.

Exclusion Criteria:

• Patient with contraindication for spinal anaesthesia
• Known hypersensitivity or contraindication to medication used in this study
• Morbid obesity (body mass index (BMI) > 35 kg/m2)
• Infection at the intended site of administration of fascia iliaca compartment block
• Patient with impaired cognitive function