Tuesday, November 29, 2005

Islet Cell Advances May Fight Diabetes: New Technique in Islet Cell Transplantation Uses Ultrasound Technology

Source: WebMD Medical News
Posted: November 29, 2005

Summary:

Researchers have developed a method of transplanting insulin-producing cells, called beta cells, using ultrasound technology. Although still experimental, islet-cell transplantation offers the promise of helping large numbers of people with type 1 diabetes lead more normal lives.