Syphilis
Contents
Acceptability at Recruitment
QUALIFIED
Acceptability at CT / Work-Up
QUALIFIED
Individual at Risk
Recipient
Explanation of Condition
Sexually transmitted disease causing local genital disease as well as widespread organ disease, including heart and brain.
See also Syphilis
Guidance
May be acceptable if fully treated and more than 12 months have passed since recovery. Confirmatory microbiological tests must be performed to exclude recent infection. Discuss with a microbiologist if necessary.
After deferral period, a full sexual history should be taken to re-establish donor risk - see "High Risk Sexual Behaviour" for guidance
Pseudonyms or Related Conditions
Version
Version 1, Edition 1
Date of Last Update
15th June 2012