Eosinophilic Oesophagitis
Contents
Acceptability at Recruitment
QUALIFIED
Acceptability at CT / Work-Up
QUALIFIED
Individual at Risk
Donor / Recipient
Explanation of Condition
Disease caused by white blood cells (eosinophils) building up in the digestive system due to reaction to foods, allergens, or acid reflux. Most commonly affects the oesophagus where injured tissue causes difficulty swallowing; but can affect other parts of the guy. Is considered immune-mediated or may exist with other autoimmune disorders.
Guidance
Discuss with medical officer
Unacceptable
If ongoing symptoms (e.g. swallowing problems), currently under investigation or requiring treatment.
Acceptable
May be acceptable if completed/off treatment and symptoms resolved and not associated with another underlying autoimmune condition
Pseudonyms or Related Conditions
Eosinophilic esophagitis
Eosinophilic colitis: Injury to large intestine
Eosinophilic gastroenteritis
Version
Version 1, Edition 1
Date of Last Update
2/2/2026