Long haul flight after blepharoplasty - blood clot risks?

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Hello, I'm having a blepharoplasty in Czechia and planning to stay there for at least a week, or more likely 10 days, before returning home. I am planning to have my sutures removed before flying back. From what I have read, it is recommended to wait before flying on a long-haul flight after surgery, since there is a risk of DVT. I am in normal health and of normal weight. Is 10 days generally OK to fly back after this procedure if the flight is about 8 hours? Is there anything else I need to do to minimize the risks—for example, wear compression socks on the plane?

Luis A. Mejia, MD · Answer

Than for your question, Yes, 10 days post-op is generally safe for an 8-hour flight, provided your surgeon clears you in person at your suture-removal appointment.
Because facial surgery carries a very low surgical blood clot risk, your main focus will simply be managing the flight itself, Wear knee-high compression socks (15–20 mmHg), stay well-hydrated, and walk the cabin aisle every 1–2 hours.
Use preservative-free lubricating eye drops frequently to combat dry cabin air, and ask for help lifting heavy bags into overhead bins to avoid facial straining., for more info contact us.
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Long haul flight after blepharoplasty - blood clot risks?

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