ASPREE- NEURO; aspirin and cerebral microhaemorrhages [ 2015 - 2018 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Prof John Mcneil (Principal investigator) ,  A/Pr Amy Brodtmann ,  A/Pr Nicholas Ferris ,  Dr Stephanie Ward ,  Prof Gary Egan
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Brief description Cerebral Microhaemorrhages (CMH) are tiny areas of blood vessel breakdown commonly found on brain MRIs in the elderly. Their clinical significance is not clear- prior studies have linked them to use of blood thinning medications, cognitive decline and risk of stroke. This randomised controlled trial will determine whether low dose aspirin increases the number of CMH on brain MRI in the healthy elderly after 1 and 3 years, and whether the number and location of CMH affects cognitive function.

Funding Amount $AUD 989,195.44

Funding Scheme Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant