Inflammatory bowel disease - Cord Blood

Also known as: IBD

Essential information

Includes

Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis.

Obligatory

Must not donate.

Discretionary

Accept if mother well and in stable remission off treatment. Inform transplant centre there is a history of autoimmune disease in a first-degree relative.

Supporting information

Additional information

The cause of these conditions is not fully understood and may include infection. Lesions caused by the disease can increase the risk of bacteria entering the blood stream.

Reason for change:
‘See if Relevant’ section has been added.
Version details:

CB-DSG Edition 203 Release 41 (01 August 2021)