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Angina (and fitness to fly)

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Condition

Functional status

Lay explanation

Restriction/guidance

Angina

CCS angina I-II

Chest pain on considerable exertion with no recent change in symptoms or medication

No Restriction

CCS angina III

Chest pain on minimal exertion with no recent change of symptoms or medication

Consider airport assistance and possible in flight oxygen

CCS angina IV

Chest pain at rest or a change in symptoms and/or medication

Defer travel until stable or travel with medical escort and in flight oxygen available

Note that these are only guidelines and each airline has its own regulations and medical standards.

Reference:

  • British Heart Foundation (September 2010). Factfile - Fitness to fly for passengers with cardiovascular disease.

 

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