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abdominal aneurysm

my dad has an abdominal aortic aneurysm which is now 5.5cm, he is due to fly to Florida in 3 weeks, it will be a 9 hour flight, is this safe?
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As you probably know a AAA measuring 5-5.5 cm in size should be considered for repair in good risk medical patients. there are some suggestions that the changes in barometric pressure associated with flying may increase the chance of AAA rupture. Consult his treating physician before flying
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