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Can you ride a plane after heart surgery?
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Yes but wait: Yes you can but i would wait a few weeks to make sure there is no residual air from the surgery remaining around either lung or heart.
Answered 5/10/2014
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Yes : Once early recovery stage complete.
Answered 9/18/2013
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Yes: Typically I would recommend 4-6 weeks of recovery prior to flying if possible. Six weeks should pass before lifting more than 10 pounds and 8 weeks for lifting heavy luggage.
Answered 4/5/2016
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