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Old 06-23-2016, 02:07 PM
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Droopy
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I don't know about aortic discharge, but I do know a little about anticoagulants (assuming that's what you are intending with "blood thinners.")

Warfarin can be approved with an initial grounding period and regular blood tests. Xarelto can also be approved after a shorter grounding period (I think a week) and does not require any follow on testing.

For all medical issues, AOPA medical has some great reference documents. Additionally, you can find highly recommended AMEs that specialize in non-normal medicals referenced multiple times on the forum. I'm certain that you could get a very quick answer on what potential showstoppers would be involved with the various options your friend has...
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