| Obligatory | 1. Bone Marrow Donor: Must not donate if: a) Surgery within last five years. b) Disc problem/sciatica. c) Chronic pain requiring ongoing medical treatment. 2. PBSC Donor: See: Is there an entry for the underlying condition? Must not donate if: Not able to use the bleed facilities provided without risking their own safety or the safety of others (donors must not be bled in a wheelchair). |
| Discretionary | 1. Bone Marrow Donor: If the pain is infrequent, related to exertion or strain, accept. 2. PBSC Donor: If the donor can tolerate the procedure, accept. |
| See if Relevant | Disabled Donor Neurosurgery Surgery |
| Additional Information | The operation to remove bone marrow could make any problem worse. |
| Reason for Change | An entry has been added for PBSC Donors. An additional link has been added for 'Disabled Donor'. |