“What type of anesthesia is used for hip surgery?”

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“What type of anesthesia is used for hip surgery?”

I am a 50 year old female. I want to know what type of anesthesia is used for hip surgery?

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**Dr. Sudha Bidani** Anesthesiologist (Pediatric) Houston, Texas · Accepted Answer

Dr. Sudha Bidani Anesthesiologist (Pediatric) Houston, Texas

It depends on the surgeon and anesthesiologist, as well as the type of procedure you are having done. Please talk to them.

**Dr. Bernard Wittels** Anesthesiologist Evanston, IL · Accepted Answer

Dr. Bernard Wittels Anesthesiologist Evanston, IL

General anesthesia or spinal anesthesia can be used for hip surgery.

**Michael Panger** Anesthesiologist Charleston, West Virginia · Accepted Answer

Michael Panger Anesthesiologist Charleston, West Virginia

Either spinal or general anesthesia.

**Steven L. Dain** Anesthesiologist Woodstock, Ontario · Accepted Answer

Steven L. Dain Anesthesiologist Woodstock, Ontario

Spinal with light or deep sedation, or general anesthesia, depending on the type of surgery, expected duration, and patient condition and consent.

**Dr. Michael K. Urban** Anesthesiologist New York, New York · Accepted Answer

Dr. Michael K. Urban Anesthesiologist New York, New York

Either a spinal or epidural as the primary anesthetic with intravenous sedation (Propofol and Midazolam).

Michael Urban, MD PhD