Antibiotic loading of bone allografts for the prevention of peri-operative infection [ 2008 - 2013 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Mr Robert Day (Principal investigator) ,  Prof David Wood ,  Prof Roger Price

Brief description Bone is the second most often transplanted tissue after blood, with thousands of grafts done every year in Australia. Allograft bone (taken from another person) is used to replace bone removed due to cancer, but is prone to infection. Infected grafts must be removed, and can lead to amputation. We are developing a process to put antibiotics into allograft bone, to prevent infections from taking hold. Reducing infections can increase the success of limb salvage surgery for cancer patients.

Funding Amount $AUD 300,847.35

Funding Scheme NHMRC Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant