“What activities to avoid after a heart transplant?”

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“What activities to avoid after a heart transplant?”

My friend will have heart transplant surgery. What activities to avoid after a heart transplant?

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**John Bibawy** Cardiac Electrophysiologist Boynton Beach, FL · Accepted Answer

John Bibawy Cardiac Electrophysiologist Boynton Beach, FL

There are many considerations post operatively to address. This is best reviewed with the transplant surgeon and heart failure specialist.

**Emad F. Aziz** Cardiac Electrophysiologist Newark, New Jersey · Accepted Answer

Emad F. Aziz Cardiac Electrophysiologist Newark, New Jersey

cardiac rehab is important post any heart surgery.

**Dr. Malek S. Hussein** Family Practitioner Wesley Chapel, Florida · Accepted Answer

Dr. Malek S. Hussein Family Practitioner Wesley Chapel, Florida

Avoid any activities not approved by your surgeon

**Dr. Natasha E. Kelly** Surgeon Ansonia, CT · Accepted Answer

Dr. Natasha E. Kelly Surgeon Ansonia, CT

Consult cardiac rehab.

**Dr. John Crouch** Cardiologist | Cardiovascular Disease Milwaukee, WI · Accepted Answer

Dr. John Crouch Cardiologist | Cardiovascular Disease Milwaukee, WI

Once the patient has recovered out 2-3 months , they may return to a normal lifestyle with activity. No contact activity until after 6 months

**Sandra Amado Medina** Family Practitioner Katy, TX · Accepted Answer

Sandra Amado Medina Family Practitioner Katy, TX

consult with your cardiac surgeon on appropriate recommendation based on your status