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Revision as of 11:08, 19 June 2012
Contents
Acceptability at Recruitment
NOT ACCEPTABLE
Acceptability at CT / Work-Up
NOT ACCEPTABLE
Individual at Risk
Donor / Recipient
Explanation of Condition
Hypoadrenalism - failure of cortisol (natural steroid) production by the adrenal glands. The most common cause worldwide is tuberculosis, but in the developed world autoimmunity is most common. May also occur following surgical removal of the adrenal glands, or post-partum (Shehan's necrosis).
Guidance
Unacceptable risk to donor. Risk of transmission to recipient.
Pseudonyms or Related Conditions
Hypoadrenalism
Hypocortisolaemia
Version
Version 1, Edition 1
Date of Last Update
15th June 2012
