Total pancreatectomy and islet cell autotransplantation: Definitive treatment for chronic pancreatitis.
review · Level V
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Abstract
In appropriately selected patients, total pancreatectomy and islet cell autotransplant controls pain and improves quality of life while often minimizing the development of overt diabetes. Multidisciplinary management and lifelong follow-up help to maximize the benefit of this procedure. This review highlights its history, indications, metabolic outcomes, and future directions.
Medical subject headings
- Islets of Langerhans Transplantation
- Pancreatitis, Chronic