Hello I am new here

[Barbrian]

On 27 Jan I had Angioplasty through my arm and two stents fitted due to blood clot in my main artery caused me to collapse I am able to fly back to UK from Tenerife no sooner than 18 Feb which is a 4 hour flight Should I wear compression socks? I am lucky to be 76 and this is my first heart problem Many thanks

[Nathan53]

Webmd.com has some good advice on flying after angioplasty and blood clots. They recommend below knee compression stockings (20 - 30HG) but they do reference for flights exceeding 8 hrs. You could ask a BHF Nurse by calling 0300 330 3311. If it were me I would wear them. Try and book an extra leg room seat. Walk around periodically and while sitting move your feet in a circular motion alternate direction which helps with circulation. Keep hydrated with water. Sure you will be fine and hope you have a good flight. Enjoy the warm sunshine.

[Barbrian in reply to Nathan53]

Thanks very much for your reply You have confirmed what I was thinking and I appreciate the contact number etc

[Kwenda]

I leave my compression socks on for ALL flights.

Certainly cannot cause a problem and might prevent a dangerous problem..

Agree with Nathan53, take a walk about when you can. I just pretend to need the toilet and linger awhile..

Dick

[Barbrian in reply to Kwenda]

OK many thanks for that I will purchase before my flight I usually sit by the window but it will be aisle seat from now on

[David_Sheppard]

Remember to notify the cabin crew of your situation so they can keep an eye on you. I dreaded a long flight I had to go on after my heart attack and was reassured to find out that they had DFibs onboard and were trained on how to deal with people having heart attacks and strokes etc. Have a safe trip home!

[Barbrian in reply to David_Sheppard]

Thanks very much David The insurance company may inform the airline of Brians situation and we have a Fit to Fly declaration from the hospital to show them It will feel a very long 4 and a half hour flight but it will be good to get home Thanks again Regards Barbara