shrinkage gland adult mammals to
recently caused scientists to doubt. Most researchers
was of the opinion that they simply do not exist, and partial recovery
the number of beta cells in pancreatic injuries is achieved through
division of mature cells of this type.



In search of the elusive progenitor cells of staff of the Center study of diabetes
Free University of Basssels blocked duct in mice, according to
that pancreatic juice enters the intestines. This led to inflammation
tissues of the body and the subsequent increase in the number of beta cells in half. In
some of the new cells was found a protein that is found only in
pancreas of mammalian embryos. These cells are characterized by properties
of mature beta cells, but were able to turn into them in the laboratory
conditions.



In order to conclusively prove that the detected cells are
stem, it is necessary to demonstrate that they could grow in
undifferentiated state. But in any case, the discovery of new
Mechanism of regeneration of the pancreas osrovkov opens new perspectives
in the treatment of diabetes. It is not excluded that future researchers can find
noninvasive and safe way for patients to stimulate this process.

Source: Medportal.com