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Is it ok to fly in a pressurized airplane cabin (3, 000 psi), 5 days after a level i - ii spleen injury?
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Not advised: Spleen injury could be lethal if right treatment is not rendered , in grade ii has up to 50 % of sub- capsular hematoma , up to 1 to 3 cm tare without inolving trabacular vessels need observation close to hospital , minimum 2 to 3 wks , repture is common in 2nd wk , answer is no after 5 days after injury if it is medivac plane with trauma surgeons on board , then yes.
Answered 12/5/2018
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Check with your doc: Your ability to safely fly depends on more than just the injury diagnosis. You should check with your doctor who knows all about the details of your hospitalization and current condition.
Answered 5/6/2016
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