The first successful simultaneous pancreas-kidney transplant in India.
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ABSTRACT
Insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus is associated with renal failure, diabetic retinopathy, neuropathy and vasculopathy. We report the first successful simultaneous pancreas-kidney transplant in India in a young diabetic with renal failure. The dual transplant has cured his diabetes and renal failure and has had a beneficial effect on his neuropathy, retinopathy and quality of life. Obstacles to dual transplant in India include a lack of suitable recipients and a cadaver donor programme that is still in its infancy.
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IMSEAR (Asia Sudoriental)
Asunto principal:
Humanos
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Masculino
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Trasplante de Riñón
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Trasplante de Páncreas
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Adulto
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Diabetes Mellitus Tipo 1
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Nefropatías Diabéticas
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India
País/Región como asunto:
Asia
Idioma:
Inglés
Año:
2005
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