Encephalitis

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Acceptability at Recruitment

QUALIFIED

Acceptability at CT / Work-Up

QUALIFIED

Individual at Risk

Donor / Recipient

Explanation of Condition

Inflammation of the brain, usually caused by a virus such as herpes simplex virus (HSV).

Guidance

Acceptable if at least one year from full recovery and underlying organism is not otherwise unacceptable.

Enquire about seizures, and see Epilepsy if necessary.

Discuss every case with medical officer.

Pseudonyms or Related Conditions

Version

Version 1, Edition 1

Date of Last Update

15th June 2012