TPIAT Offers Hope for Children With Acute Recurrent Pancreatitis or Chronic Pancreatitis
Innovative Treatment for Children With Acute Recurrent or Chronic Pancreatitis
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No child should have to live with severe, debilitating pain or poor quality of life caused by acute recurrent or chronic pancreatitis. When other medical or endoscopic treatments don’t work, Nationwide Children’s Hospital offers life-changing treatment. If your child has acute recurrent or chronic pancreatitis, they could be a candidate for total pancreatectomy with islet autotransplantation (TPIAT). TPIAT is an innovative procedure that relieves pain, improves quality of life and minimizes the risk of lifelong diabetes for children.
Life-Changing Care at Nationwide Children's
The Pancreas and Liver Care Center provides a patient-centered approach for infants, children and teens who have pancreas diseases. Our team of specialists addresses the complex and interconnected conditions that contribute to the health of our patients. Here you’ll find hope and the kind of state-of-the-art care available at very few pediatric centers — care that transforms the lives of children with severe (debilitating) pancreatitis like Josiah.
Support for Out-of-Town Patients Starts Here
If you need to travel to Columbus to see our pancreas care experts, Nationwide Children’s can help. We assist families from across the United States who travel to Nationwide Children’s and require lodging during their stay. We have an agreement with many area hotels who may provide a reduced rate, and we have the world’s second largest Ronald McDonald House located right on our campus. We also provide financial coordination and insurance assistance for families before their visit.
Speak With Our Team
Our Pancreas and Liver Care Center team reviews every child’s case to ensure they receive the right therapy for their needs. Our team includes the most experienced board-certified pediatric TPIAT surgeon in the country and one of the most experienced islet isolation scientists in the world.
Whether you're seeking a second opinion or looking to find out if TPIAT is right for your child, fill out the form below to be contacted by our team.