Whether you can work after aortic coarctation surgery depends on the recovery. Generally, you can do some light labor 1 week after surgery, but it is not recommended to do heavy physical labor, or it will easily cause re-rupture and threaten your life. 1. Light labor: usually 1 week after aortic coarctation surgery, you can do appropriate activities such as walking around the bedside, eating, washing, etc., and 1 month after the surgery, you can do some daily activities, such as walking, etc., but if the symptoms of chest pain or angina reappear, it is not recommended to carry out the activities, and you should consult a doctor in time. 2. Heavy physical labor: aortic coarctation can basically be restored to its preoperative state 3 to 6 months after surgery, but it should be noted that heavy physical labor is generally not recommended after aortic coarctation surgery, especially in the recovery period in the first year after the surgery, heavy labor should be avoided as much as possible. This is because it may cause re-rupture of the aortic coarctation, which is easily life-threatening. At the same time, it is recommended to have regular checkups after aortic coarctation surgery, and adhere to the medication under the doctor’s guidance, and avoid engaging in heavy physical activities to avoid recurrence.