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Indwelling Shunts and Stents
Obligatory | Must not donate. | Additional Information | Indwelling shunts and stents can be a source of bacterial infection. This can be present without symptoms. Bacteria can be a serious threat to anybody receiving blood or blood components. This is because bacteria can multiply to dangerous levels after collection. | Reason for change | This is a new entry. | Donor Information | If you wish to obtain more information regarding a personal medical issue please contact your National Help Line.
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Update Information- This entry was last updated in:
DSG-WB Edition 203, Release 01. |