Effects of ischemia/ reperfusion injury on enteric neurons and neuroprotective strategies [ 2011 - 2014 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Prof John Furness (Principal investigator) ,  Dr Adam Testro ,  Dr Daniel Poole ,  Prof Robert Jones

Brief description The intestine can suffer restricted blood flow, creating a region of damaged or dead bowel. This leads to severe medical emergencies, complications and even death. Loss of blood flow and damage can be a serious complication for intestinal transplant surgery, which compromises patient survival and recovery. The project brings together transplant surgeons and basic scientists to solve problems caused by intestinal ischemia. A major result will be to improve outcomes for Australian patients

Funding Amount $AUD 566,277.20

Funding Scheme NHMRC Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant