Journal of the Medical Association of Thailand = Chotmaihet thangphaet
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Randomized Controlled Trial Comparative Study
A comparison of continuous femoral nerve block (CFNB) and continuous epidural infusion (CEI) in postoperative analgesia and knee rehabilitation after total knee arthroplasty (TKA).
Postoperative epidural analgesia (EA) and femoral nerve block (FNB) provided effective pain relief However, EA has common side effects such as nausea, vomiting, pruritus, dizziness, and hypotension. Some investigations found that those side effects were less in FNB than in EA. However the analgesic equivalent of both techniques have not been confirmed. ⋯ CFNB represents the optimal analgesia with fewer side effects and greater patient, satisfaction. The rehabilitation indices and duration of hospital stay are comparable in both groups.