NCT03097185 · Baylor Research Institute
Analysis of Graft Function Following Autologous Islet Transplantation
What this study is about
Analyze inflammatory markers and islet graft function through blood samples collected from subjects with chronic pancreatitis who undergo total pancreatectomy with auto islet transplantation.
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Analyze inflammatory markers and islet graft function through blood samples collected from subjects with chronic pancreatitis who undergo total pancreatectomy with auto islet transplantation.
Primary outcome measures
Analysis of graft function following autologous islet transplantation
Time frame: One year after transplant of islet cells.
Who can participate
This study lists these criteria on ClinicalTrials.gov. A study coordinator reviews eligibility during screening — this page does not determine whether you qualify.
Inclusion criteria
- Patients with chronic pancreatitis and who are scheduled for TP alone or TP-AIT
- Patients aged 18 or older
- Patients are able and willing to attend required follow-up visits at Baylor
Exclusion criteria
- Patients who are unable/unwilling to attend follow-up visits at Baylor
- For TP-AIT subjects: Patients who have advanced stage of chronic pancreatitis. The principal investigator or co-investigators carefully review the medical charts, laboratory results and radiology department reports and determine the suitability for this study.
Where
- Dallas, Texas
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Data: ClinicalTrials.gov · synced Dec 8, 2025 · Source of record for eligibility and locations