Other Aneurysms

Aneurysms can develop in visceral and peripheral arteries and venous vessels. Rupture of any of these aneurysms can lead to sudden incapacitation and death. Much of the information on aortic aneurysms is applicable to aneurysms in other arteries.

Waiting period

Minimum — 3 months post-surgical repair of an aneurysm

NOTE: If more than one waiting period applies (because of multiple cardiac conditions or other comorbid diseases), examine the driver for certification after the completion of the longest waiting period.

Decision

Maximum certification — 1 year

Recommend to certify if:

The driver has:

• Surgical repair of the aneurysm and meets post-surgical repair of aneurysm guidelines.
• Clearance from a cardiovascular specialist who understands the functions and demands of commercial driving.

Recommend not to certify if:

The driver has:

• Recommendation for surgical repair of an aneurysm from a cardiovascular specialist who understands the functions and demands of commercial driving, but has not had surgical repair.

Monitoring/Testing

You may on a case-by-case basis obtain additional tests and/or consultation to adequately assess driver medical fitness for duty.

Follow-up

The driver should have an annual medical examination.

Aneurysm Recommendation Table (PDF) — Aneurysms of Other Vessels