Enlarged Foramen Ovale-Caused Meningeal Bulge in a Pilot

Treatment and flight duty determinations for affected pilots must consider individual case specifics. In this instance, the absence of pre-examination symptoms suggested minimal clinical severity, negating the need for surgical intervention. To ensure both flight safety and pilot health, thorough pre-enlistment physical screenings and ongoing assessments throughout a pilot's career are crucial for accurately evaluating physical readiness. Zhai J, Liu S, Gao D, Yao Y. Enlarged foramen ovale-caused meningeal bulge in a pilot. Aerosp Med Hum Perform. 2025; 96(3):251-254.