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?
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Dr. Bennett Werneranswered
Cardiology 46 years experience
Depends: It depends on size, duration (if known), location, and symptoms (if any).
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