Stem cells and the pancreas: from discovery to clinical approach

• Main Authors: Angelica Dessì (Author), Silvia Marras (Author), Giorgia Locci (Author), Anna De Magistris (Author), Vassilios Fanos (Author), Gavino Faa (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: Hygeia Press di Corridori Marinella, 2016-02-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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The existence of stem cells within the adult pancreas is supported by the ability of this organ to regenerate its endocrine component in various conditions such as pregnancy and following partial pancreatectomy. Several studies have shown that progenitor or adult stem cells may reside within the pan...