How long do I have to wait before I can fly after having endovenous laser ablation?

Answers from doctors (13)


Artery and Vein Specialists of Idaho

Published on Apr 17, 2014

It is best to have an ultrasound prior to your flight to exclude a DVT. If normal, I tell my patients they can fly immediately, but make sure you get up every 30 min and walk around. While sitting, I suggested that they flex and extend their feet frequently.

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Answered by Artery and Vein Specialists of Idaho

It is best to have an ultrasound prior to your flight to exclude a DVT. If normal, I tell my patients they can fly immediately, but make sure you get up every 30 min and walk around. While sitting, I suggested that they flex and extend their feet frequently.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Intermountain Vein Center

Published on Apr 16, 2014

There is no wait time, but you must wear your 20-30 mmHg compression stocking/thigh high for 7 days after the ablation. As long as you do that, you should be fine.

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Answered by Intermountain Vein Center

There is no wait time, but you must wear your 20-30 mmHg compression stocking/thigh high for 7 days after the ablation. As long as you do that, you should be fine.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Finesse Surgical Solutions

Published on Apr 07, 2014

I recommend waiting one to two weeks. There is no specific data to support this, but I believe it is safest to wait for all the acute inflammation to subside.

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Answered by Finesse Surgical Solutions

I recommend waiting one to two weeks. There is no specific data to support this, but I believe it is safest to wait for all the acute inflammation to subside.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


VeinSolutions - Edina

Published on Apr 03, 2014

We have our patients wait two weeks before flying.

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Answered by VeinSolutions - Edina

We have our patients wait two weeks before flying.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Vein Care of New Mexico

Published on Apr 03, 2014

I usually recommend no air travel for one week following EVLT.

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Answered by Vein Care of New Mexico

I usually recommend no air travel for one week following EVLT.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Cosmetic Vein Centers of Texas

Published on Apr 03, 2014

No limit.



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Answered by Cosmetic Vein Centers of Texas

No limit.



Published on Jul 11, 2012


Vein Specialties of St. Louis

Published on Apr 03, 2014

The decision would be made by your treating surgeon, as physicians tend to have varying opinions when it comes to how long a patient should wait before flying. I have, however, had people come in from overseas for their treatments and leave 48 hours later with the understanding that they are to wear medical compression stockings on both legs, drink plenty of fluids, get up and walk often and/or at least do the exercises noted in all the airline magazines. I prefer my patients wait at least a week, if possible.

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Answered by Vein Specialties of St. Louis

The decision would be made by your treating surgeon, as physicians tend to have varying opinions when it comes to how long a patient should wait before flying. I have, however, had people come in from overseas for their treatments and leave 48 hours later with the understanding that they are to wear medical compression stockings on both legs, drink plenty of fluids, get up and walk often and/or at least do the exercises noted in all the airline magazines. I prefer my patients wait at least a week, if possible.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Vanish Vein and Laser Center

Published on Apr 03, 2014

This is a commonly asked question. I recommend two weeks, and I also recommend wearing support hose during the flight, staying well hydrated, moving your feet and legs, and taking an adult aspirin the night before and the day of the flight.

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Answered by Vanish Vein and Laser Center

This is a commonly asked question. I recommend two weeks, and I also recommend wearing support hose during the flight, staying well hydrated, moving your feet and legs, and taking an adult aspirin the night before and the day of the flight.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Heart and Vein Center

Published on Apr 02, 2014

There is no restriction on flying, unless you have a clot or DVT. You should wear you thigh-high compression stockings, and while on the plane you want to move your legs frequently and walk the aisles when permitted.

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Answered by Heart and Vein Center

There is no restriction on flying, unless you have a clot or DVT. You should wear you thigh-high compression stockings, and while on the plane you want to move your legs frequently and walk the aisles when permitted.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Milford Vascular Institute

Published on Apr 02, 2014

We recommend patients wait two weeks before flying after their endovenous ablation, especially if the flight is long (more than three hours).

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Answered by Milford Vascular Institute

We recommend patients wait two weeks before flying after their endovenous ablation, especially if the flight is long (more than three hours).

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Veins etc. at Comprehensive Cardiovascular Consultants

Published on Apr 02, 2014

It is advised that you wait a week to two weeks before you fly.

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Answered by Veins etc. at Comprehensive Cardiovascular Consultants

It is advised that you wait a week to two weeks before you fly.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Bellagio Vein Clinic

Published on Apr 02, 2014

Patients are typically advised to wait 2 weeks before flying. Before you travel, get a follow-up ultrasound to make sure there is no DVT. Also, if you are high risk, I'd recommend taking a stomach-coated adult aspirin. This should be started a couple of days before flying. Also, make sure to keep the compression stockings on during the
trip.

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Answered by Bellagio Vein Clinic

Patients are typically advised to wait 2 weeks before flying. Before you travel, get a follow-up ultrasound to make sure there is no DVT. Also, if you are high risk, I'd recommend taking a stomach-coated adult aspirin. This should be started a couple of days before flying. Also, make sure to keep the compression stockings on during the
trip.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Bella MD Laser Vein and Aesthetic Center

Published on Apr 02, 2014

Discuss this with your treating physician, but I usually recommend patients wait 2 weeks before traveling.

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Answered by Bella MD Laser Vein and Aesthetic Center

Discuss this with your treating physician, but I usually recommend patients wait 2 weeks before traveling.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


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