Interests in beta-cell replacement therapies among Japanese patients with type 1 diabetes

The purpose of this study is to evaluate patients’ perspective about beta-cell replacement therapies. 105 Japanese type 1 diabetic patients answered questionnaire on current treatments, transplantation and necessity of psychosomatic therapy. The motivation of receiving transplantation seems to become insulin-free. Providing adequate information is necessary for wide-spread beta-cell replacement therapies.