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PROSPECT guideline for total hip arthroplasty: updated systematic review and procedure-specific postoperative pain management recommendations.

Anaesthesia·July 20, 2026·PMID 42473710

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Optimal pain management after total hip arthroplasty enhances recovery and reduces opioid use. This guideline update identifies which regional techniques offer reliable analgesia without compromising motor function, helping clinicians choose evidence-based, motor-sparing blocks.

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