To Re: removal of pancreas

July 13, 2005

,

In response to your comment:

> I have not spoken to or heard from anyone who's actually had an

islet cell transplant, but it seems to me this is the best procedure,

as far as % of good results.<

Just let me say that if Crystal, , Darren, Bert, Shirley,

or several other of our members who've had the TP/ICT haven't

already seen your post and spoken up, they will soon!

All of these people HAVE had the total pancreatectomy with auto islet

transplant, successfully, and they are always eager to tell others all

about it. We are most fortunate to have their knowledge and personal

experiences to draw from.

With love, hope and prayers,

Heidi

Heidi H. Griffeth

Bluffton, SC

SC State & SE Regional Representative

Pancreatitis Association, International

Note: All comments or advice are personal opinion only, and should

not be substituted for professional medical consultation.

July 20, 2005

,

Forgive me, i didn't see your original post. I have not been too well this

last couple of weeks, so missed it. I gather you were asking about

pancreatectomy, although excuse me if i've completely missed the plot!

I have had a TP without ICT (i'm in UK). It was done in 2000. I am now

diabetic, and need to take insulin. I have had a few problems, but on the whole

i

am much better than before the surgery. If you want any further info, please

contact me.

Best wishes,

Sue

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