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An aortic aneurysm is a bulge in the wall of the aorta. The aorta begins deep in the heart as it emerges from the powerful left ventricle, gently arching over the heart, descending into the chest, and finally into the abdomen. Some aortic aneurysms can be harmless; others can lead to catastrophic problems. I invite you to follow this group and connect with others, share experiences, exchange useful information, and learn about aortic aneurysms.
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@breick It is just below a 5. From my research, 5.5 is go time but I am sure that varies between individuals. Surgeons like to cut. Some people probably know surgery is inevitable and just want to get it over with.
Thoracic surgery is no cake walk. I have a fairly muscular torso so recovery will be difficult. The more muscle, the more pain from what I am told.
My surgery will be aortic resection of the root. Valves are good so the procedure will be a David procedure which is a positive for me. No need for ant-coagulants.
Thanks for your reply.
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2 Reactions@shayne1970 glad to hear. It sounds like you are in great hands.
I have an abdominal aortic aneurysm .
Reviewing the results of the pst two years ultrasounds the score on my web site shows/
Two columns :
9/3/2024 and 8/26/2025
4.2x 4.1cm. 4.1 x 4.2 cm
For the line item “Proximal near diaphragm “
To me looks like the same dimensions just in a different order?
Is this a SOP for medical record entries ?
Key Considerations for Air Travel
Aneurysm Size & Stability: Small, asymptomatic aneurysms are generally deemed safe for travel.
Large (>5cm or 50mm
or rapidly growing aneurysms pose a higher risk, with some advising to avoid flying.
Waiting Time Post-Surgery: Recommendations for flying after surgery vary, with some suggesting a waiting period of at least 6 weeks to ensure stability.
Cabin Pressure & Oxygen: Commercial flights pressurize to lower than sea-level pressure, which reduces oxygen and can increase heart rate, potentially straining the aortic wall.
Safety Precautions:
Consult Specialists: Discuss travel plans with your cardiologist or vascular surgeon 4–6 weeks beforehand.
Stay Hydrated: Drink plenty of fluids to counter dry cabin air.
Move Regularly: Walk around the cabin to prevent blood clots (DVT).
Carry Medication: Keep necessary medications in your carry-on bag.
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On r/valvereplacement, some users reported being advised to avoid flying with a 5.3 cm dilated aortic root, while others in a Facebook group discussed flying with a 5.2 cm aneurysm. Ultimately, individualized medical advice is essential.
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1 Reaction@patti14 Well, international travel to sketchy parts of the world might be more stressful. I don't know about Kazakhstan but would suspect that heart issues would be the least of your worries.
I was travelling to HK, Japan and Singapore but if I had got sick, I'd have been lobbying to travel as quickly as possible to the US even from those relatively well developed regions. Just be careful, wherever you go!