Pericarditis

Acceptability at Recruitment

QUALIFIED

Acceptability at CT / Work-Up

QUALIFIED

Individual at Risk

Donor / Recipient

Explanation of Condition

Inflammation of the lining of the heart (pericardium), usually caused by a viral infection.

See also Pericarditis

Guidance

Acceptable if fully recovered and underlying organism is not otherwise unacceptable.

Unacceptable if known to have constrictive pericarditis.

Discuss with medical officer if required.

Version

Version 1, Edition 1

Date of Last Update

15th June 2012