Pain relief for lower limb surgery today has many methods to choose from, each method has certain advantages and disadvantages, and there is a risk of complications. In this article, Vinmec will analyze the advantages and disadvantages and steps of lumbar plexus anesthesia to relieve pain after hip replacement surgery.

Patients are at high risk of developing venous thrombosis during and after major surgery, especially lower limb orthopedic surgery. Venous thrombosis causes many serious health complications and reduces the patient's quality of life. Therefore, doctors need to carefully consider the patient's risk factors and take preventive measures before each surgery.