A pancreas transplant may be an effective treatment option for patients whose quality of life is greatly diminished by the effects of diabetes and when current medical therapies are not working.
A pancreas transplant is a surgical procedure in which a healthy pancreas from a donor is implanted into a patient whose own pancreas is not functioning properly. This procedure is usually considered for people with type 1 and type 2 diabetes who have severe complications or for those who have not been able to manage their diabetes effectively with insulin therapy.
What is the pancreas?
The pancreas is the organ located in the abdomen, behind the stomach and in front of the spine. It plays a crucial role in digestion and blood sugar regulation.