A 58-year-old man had an uncomplicated ST-elevation myocardial infarction treated with successful primary PCI 10 days ago. His left ventricular functi...

Question

A 58-year-old man had an uncomplicated ST-elevation myocardial infarction treated with successful primary PCI 10 days ago. His left ventricular function is normal and he feels well. He holds a UK car driving licence (group 1) and asks when he may legally drive again. What is the most appropriate advice?

Accepted Answer

He may resume driving now and does not need to inform the DVLA if there are no complications

Answer

He must stop driving for 6 weeks and notify the DVLA

Answer

He must not drive for 3 months and his licence will be revoked

Answer

He may continue driving without restriction as long as he feels well

Answer

He must permanently stop driving all motor vehicles

uk-plab-1 MCQ (SBA): Driving after myocardial infarction