Examining Sociodemographic Disparities in the Use of Peripheral Nerve Blocks After Pilon Fractures

Recent studies have shown racial and ethnic disparities in patients receiving peripheral nerve blocks for perioperative pain management. PNBs are associated with decreased opioid use, improved post-operative pain control and decreased length of stay (Pack, 2020). There are further opportunities for examining sociodemographic variables such as language, gender, or insurance type. We extracted data regarding receipt of PNBs and sociodemographic variables from our electronic medical record for patients hospitalized after sustaining a pilon fracture between March 2021 and October 2023 (N = 225).
Source: The Journal of Pain - Category: Materials Science Authors: Source Type: research