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Abstract

Orthopedic and arthroscopic surgeries involve interventions that can be complex, painful, and demanding, necessitating carefully selected anesthesia techniques to ensure patient comfort, optimal surgical conditions, and rapid recovery. Anesthesia in orthopedic surgery is evolving, integrating regional blocks, general anesthesia, and multimodal analgesia to address the unique physiological and procedural demands of bone, joint, and soft tissue surgeries. This article discusses the various anesthesia approaches utilized in orthopedic and arthroscopic procedures, emphasizing their mechanisms, benefits, limitations, and considerations in clinical practice. The role of regional anesthesia—especially spinal, epidural, and peripheral nerve blocks—is highlighted alongside general anesthesia and emerging techniques such as ultrasound-guided regional blocks and local infiltration analgesia. Additionally, it explores the decision-making processes behind anesthesia selection, the impact on patient outcomes, and innovations supporting enhanced recovery protocols.