Episode 21: Randomized clinical trial comparing pericapsular nerve group (PENG) block and periarticular local anesthetic infiltration for total hip arthroplasty

RAPM Editor-in-Chief Brian Sites, MD, joins Daniela Bravo, MD, and Julián Aliste, MD, two co-authors of “Randomized clinical trial comparing pericapsular nerve group (PENG) block and periarticular local anesthetic infiltration for total hip artholasty,” first published in February 2023. In this episode, they discuss the explosion of fascia PENG blocks in the past decade. Dr. Bravo is an assistant professor in the department of anesthesiology and perioperative medicine at the University of Chile. She is the co-director of the regional anesthesia and acute pain service. Dr. Julien Alaste is an associate professor at department of anesthesiology and perioperative medicine at the University of Chile. He is the director of the regional anesthesia and acute pain fellowship. *The purpose of this podcast is to educate and to inform. The content of this podcast does not constitute medical advice, and it is not intended to function as a substitute for a healthcare practitioner’s judgement, patient care, or treatment. The views expressed by contributors are those of the speakers. BMJ does not endorse any views or recommendations discussed or expressed on this podcast. Listeners should also be aware that professionals in the field may have different opinions. By listening to this podcast, listeners agree not to use its content as the basis for their own medical treatment or for the medical treatment of others. Podcast and music produced by Dan Langa. Find us on Twitter @RAPMOnline. #PENGblock #arthoplasty #localanesthetic #regionalanesthesia #chronicpain #anesthesia #pain #painmanagement #MedEd #medicine