Question

A 58-year-old man has a non-ST elevation myocardial infarction treated with PCI. He asks when he can legally resume driving his car (Group 1 licence). He had an uncomplicated recovery and good left ventricular function. According to DVLA guidance, what is the most appropriate advice?

Accepted Answer

He must not drive for at least 1 month and does not need to inform the DVLA

Answer

He may drive as soon as he is discharged

Answer

He must not drive for 6 months and must inform the DVLA

Answer

He must surrender his licence permanently

Answer

He can drive if his cardiologist provides a letter to the DVLA

Practice question

A 58-year-old man has a non-ST elevation myocardial infarction treated with PCI. He asks when he can legally resume driving his car (Group 1 licence). He had an uncomplicated recovery and good left ventricular function. According to DVLA guidance, what is the most appropriate advice?