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  • Biomedical research
  • Animal models
  • Diabetes mellitus research

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  • Diabetes mellitus (DM) is a significant and increasing global health concern, projected to affect over 400 million people by 2030.
  • Traditional diabetic rodent models have limitations in translational research for understanding complex human disease mechanisms.
  • Pigs have historically served as valuable animal models for diabetes research.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review existing genetically engineered pig models for diabetes research.
  • To discuss the current and future applications of these advanced pig models.
  • To explore the potential of pigs in xenotransplantation and as hosts for human pancreas development.

Main Methods:

  • Review of scientific literature on genetically engineered pig models for diabetes.
  • Analysis of the molecular mimicry of human disease mechanisms in tailored pig models.
  • Evaluation of pigs' potential for pancreatic islet xenotransplantation and in vivo human pancreas growth.

Main Results:

  • Genetically engineered pig models can closely mimic human diabetes mellitus at the molecular level.
  • These advanced models offer improved translational research capabilities compared to traditional models.
  • Pigs show promise as a source of pancreatic islets for xenotransplantation and as hosts for growing human pancreatic tissue.

Conclusions:

  • Genetically engineered pigs represent a significant advancement in diabetes mellitus research.
  • These models are crucial for gaining deeper insights into disease mechanisms and developing new therapies.
  • Pigs hold considerable potential for future applications in diabetes treatment, including xenotransplantation and regenerative medicine.