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Title: Regional blocks for hip fractures lead to less delirium

Category: Geriatrics

Keywords: delirium, hip fracture, nerve block (PubMed Search)

Posted: 12/27/2025 by Robert Flint, MD
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This study is a reminder of the efficacy of regional nerve blocks for older patient's with hip fractures. The authors trained EM physicians for 2 hours then evaluated delirium levels in patients who did and did not receive nerve blocks for hip fractures. 

References

Lee JS, Chenkin J, Simard R, et al. Ultrasound-Guided Regional Anesthesia by Emergency Physicians for Hip Fractures and Delirium: A Randomized Clinical Trial. JAMA Netw Open. 2025;8(12):e2549337. doi:10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2025.49337