Santa Clara, CA

A 39-year-old male asked:

My mother has thoracic aorta aneurysm. she has not undergone stent grafting. is it safe for her to fly internationally?

2 doctor answers • 5 doctors weighed in

Dr. Bennett Werneranswered

Cardiology 46 years experience

Depends: It depends on size, duration (if known), location, and symptoms (if any).

Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.

Learn how we can help

4.9k viewsReviewed >2 years ago

Dr. Calvin Weisberger

Dr. Calvin Weisberger agrees1 doctor agrees

A Verified Doctoranswered

46 years experience

Yes: Not all aneurysms need treatment. An aneurysm less than 5cm is still safe. She needs regular follow up.

Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.

Learn how we can help

4.9k viewsReviewed >2 years ago

Dr. Alan Ali

Dr. Kevin Nolan

Dr. Alan Ali and another doctor agree2 doctors agree

Related questions

A 49-year-old member asked:

Flying with thoracic aortic aneurysm, is this okay?

2 doctor answers • 4 doctors weighed in

A 37-year-old member asked:

What's the difference between thoracic aortic aneurysms and tortuous aorta?

2 doctor answers • 3 doctors weighed in

A 64-year-old female asked:

Aortic arch and the ascending thoracic aorta. I have an aneurysm from my heart to my stomache. Can i be helped?

2 doctor answers • 4 doctors weighed in

A 33-year-old male asked:

If u have a aneurysm in thoracic aorta and made a echocardiogram, would doc see it ? if it was at the arch for example? didnt tell doc my worries

1 doctor answer • 2 doctors weighed in

A 25-year-old male asked:

If u have an aneurysm of the thoracic aorta would the BP be the same in both arms and both legs? What other clinical signs would suggest aneurysm? TY

2 doctor answers • 6 doctors weighed in

Last updated Aug 25, 2013

Found in:

Female health›Aneurysm›Graft

People also asked

I am 43 and need aortic aneurysm repair if i get endovascular stent and graft how long will it last before needing replacement or repair. ?

4 doctor answers • 7 doctors weighed in

My mother has an aortic aneurism. She is 74 years old. Is it safe for her to fly roundtrip from Charlotte, NC to Orlando, FL?

1 doctor answer • 5 doctors weighed in

My mother was detected with ascending aortic aneurysm of 3.9 CM in april 2013. Will she be able to fly internationally?

2 doctor answers • 4 doctors weighed in

Can you go flying with thoracic aortic aneurysm?

2 doctor answers • 3 doctors weighed in

Is it okay to fly with thoracic aortic aneurysm?

2 doctor answers • 4 doctors weighed in

Related topics

Connect with a U.S. board-certified doctor by text or video anytime, anywhere.

Talk to a doctor now

$44 video appointments with $19/month membership^*

^*Billed $57 every 3 months. Cancel anytime.

Disclaimer:

Content on HealthTap (including answers) should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and interactions on HealthTap do not create a doctor-patient relationship. Never disregard or delay professional medical advice in person because of anything on HealthTap. Call your doctor or 911 if you think you may have a medical emergency.