Contents
- Condition
- Individual at risk
- Guidance at RECRUITMENT
- Guidance at CT/WORK-UP
- Justification for guidance
- References
Condition
An abnormal reduction in bone mineral density associated with an increased risk of fractures. The most common aetiology relates to post-menopausal reductions in circulating oestrogen, and as such this condition far more commonly affects females.
Individual at risk
Donor
Guidance at RECRUITMENT
Not acceptable
Guidance at CT/WORK-UP
- Accept for PBSC donation, if no cardiorespiratory abnormalities
- Accept for BM subject to anaesthetic assessment at work-up. Document any additional risk factors for cardiovascular disease. Anaesthetist for BM procedure must be made aware of condition and pre-anaesthetic assessment at WU.