Wednesday, September 13, 2006

MRI Can Track Survival Of Pancreatic Islets After Transplantation

Source: Massachusetts General Hospital
Date: September 13, 2006

Summary:

Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) with an approved contrast agent may provide a practical way of monitoring the survival of transplanted pancreatic islets. Researchers report successfully tracking over time the fate of islets transplanted into mice using a protocol currently being tested in human patients.

Commentary: Hopefully this new advance will enable safe and effective cell therapy treatments for patients with diabetes.

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