If you advised a hip replacement surgery you may require to undergo:

1. Evaluation of status of your teeth, ear, nose, throat and kidneys to rule out hidden infection.

2. X-ray of your chest.

3. ECG.

4. Investigations as follows;

• CBC, ESR, Blood sugar fasting and after lunch
• Blood group and Rh factor.
• Kidney function tests, Liver function tests.
• Test for HIV.
• Test for Australia Antigen.
• Routine examination of your stool and urine.
• Special tests if indicated. If you are overweight, then you may be asked to either see a dietician or you will be given a model diet to reduce your weight.
• After assessing your reports, you will be referred to a physician for medical fitness, and to the anesthetist for evaluation.
• Prior to surgery you will be familiarized with the exercises which you will be required to do after the surgery.