Pancreas Transplant

If you suffer from type 1 diabetes, you may be a candidate for apancreas transplant.

从捐赠者那里获得一个健康的胰腺，你的身体就可以自己产生足够的胰岛素，这样你就可以不用每天注射胰岛素，从而使你的肾脏免受糖尿病的进一步损害。

What We Offer

OSF圣弗朗西斯医疗中心为伊利诺斯州中部的人们提供了一个离家近的选择，因此他们可以在家人和朋友的个人支持系统附近接受治疗和恢复。

There is no compromise on quality of care, either. OSF Saint Francis is staffed by experienced specialists using the latest technology and methods.

At OSF Saint Francis, you are treated with compassion and have comprehensive health services at your fingertips, from evaluation to surgery to recovery. That includes help navigating your financial needs and mental health care to help with any emotional impacts of such a big life change.

Follow-Up

Having the opportunity to receive a pancreas transplant in Peoria helps provide those in Central Illinois with a convenient option rather than going to a larger city, such as Chicago.

Don't Rush Your Recovery

胰腺移植的一个重要方面是后续护理。这可能是非常激烈的，移植可能是一项艰巨的工作。

It is important to know that you may not return to a “normal lifestyle” right away. It requires time and patience, and it may be several months before you have a good understanding of how to manage your treatment.

Appointments & Medications

遵守治疗、药物治疗和随访是极其重要的。你将开始服用各种新药，这些新药需要你按照特定的时间表服用。

Follow-up appointments and timed blood tests will be required multiple days a week for several weeks after transplant.

Personal Support

It is imperative to have good personal support and transportation to help you get to and from frequent blood draws and appointments. There is potential for financial burdens after transplant as well.

Our Team is Here for You

在OSF圣弗朗西斯医院，你会得到关怀的治疗，从评估到手术再到康复，全方位的健康服务触手可及。

After the transplant, our multi-disciplinary transplant team will continue to help with any needs you may have.

Frequently Asked Questions

About the Surgery

• How long will the transplant surgery take?

• A kidney transplant operation can take between 2 and 5 hours.

  A combined kidney and pancreas transplant operation can take between 4 and 7 hours.

• 手术后我要住院多久?

• A typical patient will recover in the hospital for 3-5 days. Should any complications arise, this stay will be extended at the advice of your surgeon.

• Will I be in a lot of pain after the surgery?

• A typical patient will have mild to moderate pain at the incision site.
  
  在手术后的2-3天内，您的疼痛将通过疼痛泵得到控制，然后在您住院期间，您将得到止痛药(麻醉药)。
  
  You will be discharged home with a pain pill, you may need this pain pill for approximately 2 weeks, then it is advised to transition toAcetaminophenfor discomfort.

Billing & Insurance

• Will my insurance company pay for my transplant?

• Most insurance carriers, including Medicare and Medicaid, pay for kidney transplants.
  
  If Medicare is your primary insurer, your transplant must be at a Medicare-approved center. OSF Saint Francis Medical Center is a Medicare-approved center for an organ transplant.
  
  如果患有终末期肾病(ESRD)，大多数移植患者都有资格申请医疗保险，并可以在移植时申请。
  
  The benefits are backdated to the first of the month the transplant was received. Medicare may be the primary insurer or secondary based on the “Coordination of Benefits” ruling.
  
  If you would like additional information, you may download a copy of the official government booklet,Medicare Coverage of Kidney Dialysis and Kidney Transplant Services.

• How will I pay for my prescription and non-prescription medications?

• This is one of the most important questions that you will need to answer before transplant.
  
  If you cannot get your prescription medications after your transplant, your transplant will most likely fail.
  
  If you have Medicare at the time of the transplant and Medicare is primary, your immunosuppressive drugs will be covered at 80% under Medicare B.
  
  You will be responsible for the remaining 20% copay if you do not have a Medicare supplemental policy in effect. Even if you have a prescription plan, it may not cover your medications at 100%.
  
  在移植后的头几个月里，处方药的自付费用可能超过500美元，移植后的整个生命周期从200美元到500美元不等。
  
  Assistance may be available through pharmaceutical companies, Extra Help through Social Security LIS or several transplant-specific funding sources.
  
  The financial coordinator and the social worker will discuss the options available to you in more detail when meeting with you.

• What if my insurance changes?

• 如果您的保险有变化，您必须立即通知财务协调员。移植中心需要在移植前得到你的保险计划的批准。
  
  If you change insurance and do not tell us, we may not get the required authorization. Without proper consent, the insurance company may deny payment for the transplant and all of your aftercare.

• Are there any ‘hidden’ costs I should be aware of?

• There are some ‘hidden’ costs that you need to be aware of. These include, but are not limited to:

  • Transportation to and from the transplant center before and after the transplant
  • Food and lodging for you and your family
  • Lost wages
  • Childcare

  Reminder: Medicare coverage, based on end-stage renal disease, ends three years post-transplant.

Recovery

• How long will I be off work?

• A typical patient should plan to be off work for 6 to 8 weeks after transplant.

• When can I drive?

• A typical patient may resume driving 3 weeks after transplant, depending on several factors.

• How often will I need to come to Peoria for follow up after the transplant?

• A typical patient is expected to get transplant standing labs twice a week at OSF Saint Francis outpatient lab in Peoria for 4-8 weeks, or until your lab work is “stable”.
  
  你将在OSF移植办公室接受移植医生或移植后协调员每周1-2次的检查，最长可达4-8周。

• 我要节食吗?

• A typical patient is not on any dietary restrictions after transplant. Unless you are diabetic, then follow all guidelines related to diabetes.
  
  You will be advised to maintain a healthy, balanced diet daily. This will include ingesting salt and sugar in moderation.
  
  建议你每天喝64-80盎司的水。保持充足的水分和健康的饮食是很重要的。

• How many new medications will I be taking?

• 一个典型的病人将开始使用7-9种新药。
  
  3-5 of those new medications will be discontinued after 3-6 months and 4 of those will remain for the life of your function organ(s).
  
  你目前服用的一些药物有可能在移植后不再继续使用。

• What will happen if my kidney transplant fails?

• 如果他们的肾脏衰竭，你可以做透析或考虑再做一次肾移植。