Fascia Iliaca Blockade
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Fascia iliaca blockade is used to provide postoperative analgesia in children and adults undergoing proximal lower extremity procedures. The following aspects of the procedure are reviewed: clinical applications, relevant anatomy, patient position, technique (including neural localization techniques, needle insertion site, and needle redirection cues), and side effects and complications. Ultrasound guidance and use of continuous nerve catheters is also discussed.
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