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Condition | Functional status | Lay explanation | Restriction/guidance |
Elective CABG uncomplicated | Allow for inthrathoracic gas resorption. If complicated or symptomatic see heart failure | You have had heart bypass surgery and time must be allowed for any air in the chest to be absorbed | Fly after 10 days if no complications. If symptomatic follow guidance for specific symptoms |
Note that these are only guidelines and each airline has its own regulations and medical standards.
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