Islet transplantation restores blood sugar awareness and control in type 1 diabetes

New clinical trial results show that transplantation of pancreatic islets -- cell clusters that contain insulin-producing cells -- prevents severe, potentially life-threatening drops in blood sugar in people with type 1 diabetes. Researchers found that the treatment was effective for people who experienced episodes of severe hypoglycemia -- low blood sugar levels that can lead to seizures, loss of consciousness and death -- despite receiving expert care.

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