Condition | Lay explanation | Restriction/guidance |
Following ICD implantation | If you have had an ICD then there is a risk of the lung being punctured during the insertion procedure. If it has not been punctured you can fly after 2 days. If it has then you should wait until 2 weeks after it has fully healed. In addition you should not fly after the ICD has delivered a shock until your condition is considered stable. | Fly after 2 days if no pneumothorax. In the event of a pneumothorax flying should be deferred for 2 weeks following complete resolution. Rhythm instability should be treated. |
Note that these are only guidelines and each airline has its own regulations and medical standards.
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