if your pancreas does not work any more can it be replaced with another one that does work
Q: pancreas has not worked in 7 years can it be replaced
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9/16/08 9:40pm
Jerry-
Hello! There are people who have received pancreas transplants. You should talk to your Physician to see what the qualifications are, who knows maybe you might be able to get on the list.
Good Luck
Cherise
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