Fat Embolism
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Acceptability at Recruitment
QUALIFIED
Acceptability at CT / Work-Up
QUALIFIED
Individual at Risk
Donor
Explanation of Condition
Displacement of fat into the bloodstream, which subsequently travels to the lungs and obstructs the blood supply (a type of pulmonary embolus).
Guidance
Acceptable if caused by trauma/accident. Not acceptable if post-surgical.
Pseudonyms or Related Conditions
Version
Version 1, Edition 1
Date of Last Update
15th June 2012
