Ankylosing spondylitis (AS) - Bone marrow and peripheral blood stem cell

Essential information

Obligatory

See: Autoimmune disease

Must not donate if:

The cardiovascular system is involved.

Discretionary

If mild and affecting the locomotor system only, accept.

Supporting information

See if relevant

• Disabled donor
• Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs

Additional information

Ankylosing spondylitis can affect the heart valves and the major artery of the body (aorta).

Removing blood from the circulation may put the donor at risk of having a heart problem.

Reason for change:

A link to 'Autoimmune Disease' added.

Version details:

BM-DSG Edition 203 Release 02 (11 December 2007)