Diabetes Boosts Mortality Risk in Organ Transplants
A study presented at the ENDO 2026 meeting reveals that diabetes significantly increases mortality risk for solid-organ transplant recipients. Researchers found that both pre-existing and new-onset diabetes negatively impact long-term survival rates.
Why it matters
This research provides critical data for clinicians to better manage post-transplant care and improve patient outcomes.
CHICAGO - People with an organ transplant who develop or have existing diabetes are more likely to die than those without diabetes, according to a comprehensive analysis of solid-organ transplant recipients, which is being presented Saturday at ENDO 2026, the Endocrine Society's annual meeting in Chicago, Ill.
The article is a straightforward summary of medical research findings.
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