Pancreas Transplant Surgery

Pancreas transplant surgery is a medical procedure that involves replacing a diseased or non-functioning pancreas with a healthy one from a donor. This surgery is typically performed on people with type 1 diabetes who have severe complications or cannot manage their blood sugar levels effectively. The new pancreas helps the body produce insulin, which regulates blood sugar. The surgery can improve quality of life and reduce the need for insulin injections. However, it requires lifelong immunosuppressive medication to prevent rejection of the donor organ and carries risks, similar to other major surgeries.