Flying after a replacement

Hi All,
I had a replacement pm yesterday, on post op checks it was found that one of my leads is fractured. I have been sent home with a 48 hour monitor, so will know more next week.
Worst case scenario, I am going back in next week to get the procedure done again and a lead change. I should be going to Vegas in five weeks, does anybody know how how long you have to wait to fly if you have had a lead change?

2 Comments

new leads

by Tracey_E - 2014-10-17 08:10:14

You can fly immediately after. There are people who fly to a different hospital for their surgery then immediately go home. You'll want help with your luggage, that's about it.

Also, Vegas

by Griddlebone - 2014-10-17 09:10:23

The usual Vegas rules don't apply. What happens in Vegas might come home with you. Don't get too exited and flail your arms around when you win $5K at Baccarat! Just smile, cash in your chips and send me my cut. :)

P.S. In crowd situations, I wore my arm sling long after I needed it. Most people cut you a little extra slack when you have a visible signal that your wing has been clipped.

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