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Will heart stents set off airport security?

Going through a metal detector or security checkpoint will not trigger the alarm and will not harm your stent.



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Your doctor will tell you when you can safely travel after angioplasty, but in general, you can resume air travel about one week after a stent or balloon angioplasty. The main thing to remember is that sitting in one position for too long can put you at risk of blood clots if you have PAD.

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