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During a pancreas-kidney transplant, the
pancreas and kidney from a clinically brain dead donor is transplanted into the
patient.
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Conditions Treated with a Pancreas-Kidney Transplant:
A pancreas-kidney transplant may be utilized in cases of poorly managed type 1 diabetes.
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Insulin injections are a non-surgical
alternative to a pancreas-kidney transplant. Surgical alternatives to the
procedure include pancreatic islet transplantation and pancreas transplant.
Anesthesia with a Pancreas-Kidney Transplant:
A pancreas-kidney transplant is performed under general anesthesia, which means that the patient is asleep and completely unaware during the procedure.
Potential Complications from a Pancreas-Kidney Transplant:
Possible risks following a pancreas-kidney transplant include infection, bleeding, scarring, blood clots and a negative reaction to the anesthesia. It is possible for the transplant to fail or for the transplant to be rejected. Patients will likely need to take lifelong medication in order to prevent rejection, which has side effects.
Prognosis after a Pancreas-Kidney Transplant:
The prognosis for a positive end result following a pancreas-kidney transplant is good. A transplanted pancreas functions for about five years. The prognosis is better for patients who receive a pancreas and kidney transplant rather than the pancreas only.
