Continuous Lumbar Plexus Block Provides Improved Analgesia With Fewer Side Effects Compared With Systemic Opioids After Hip Arthroplasty: A Randomized Controlled Trial

Continuous lumbar plexus block combined with PCA is superior to PCA alone for postoperative pain management following hip replacement. It reduces opioid requirements, opioid related side effects, and enhances patient satisfaction. However, additional research is required to determine its safety in light of the neurologic injury observed.