A Meta-Analysis of the Impact of the Two-Layer Method of Preservation on Human Pancreatic Islet Transplantation

There are conflicting reports about the effectiveness of perfluorocarbons used in the two-layer method (TLM) of pancreas preservation for human islet transplantation. The mechanism of action is unclear and the optimal role of this method uncertain. The study design was a meta-analysis of the evidenc...

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Main Authors: Aditya Agrawal, Kurinchi Gurusamy, Steve Powis, Derek W. Gray, Barry Fuller, Brian R. Davidson
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: SAGE Publishing 2008-12-01
Series:Cell Transplantation
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.3727/096368908787648065