Kidney-pancreas transplants have only recently become a treatment option for insulin-dependent diabetics who are suffering from serious complications. By replacing the pancreas with one that can produce insulin, you may no longer have diabetes.

The surgery and the need to take immunosuppressive drugs (that often have serious side effects) require that you learn what you can about the benefits and possible complications so that you can make an informed decision.

This website is designed to provide information to help you along the path to making that decision and to direct you to resources that can provide additional information.

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