Angina (and fitness to fly)
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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