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Meta-Analysis of PENG+LFCN versus FICB on ERAS-Related Outcomes: Postoperative Pain, Motor Function and Recovery in Hip Surgery.

Journal of investigative surgery : the official journal of the Academy of Surgical Research·December 1, 2026·PMID 42109245

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Motor-sparing regional analgesia is critical for early mobilization in ERAS protocols. This analysis suggests PENG+LFCN may offer superior functional recovery over FICB, which could influence block selection in hip surgery.

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