Pancreas Transplantation

This session will discuss the indications and contraindications for pancreas transplantation, how to evaluate patients for pancreas transplant, how to evaluate for potential surgical complications, infections, or rejection, how to monitor the patient during post-operative care, and and how to evaluate the discharge and follow-up plan post-transplant. Information will incorporate UNOS listing and allocation requirements specific to the pancreas.

This module consists of education content followed by a quiz to test the participant's knowledge of the subject matter. 

After completion of this course the attendee will be able to:

• Review Indications/Contraindications to pancreas transplantation
• Understand the evaluation and processes required for pancreas transplantation
• Review UNOS listing and allocation processes 
• Understand possible long-term complications of pancreas transplantation