Hyperbaric Oxygen in Lower Limb Trauma: a randomised controlled clinical trial [ 2008 - 2013 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Dr Ian Millar (Principal investigator) ,  Dr Owen Williamson ,  Prof Paul Myles ,  Prof Peter Cameron

Brief description HOLLT is an international multi-centre randomised clinical trial aimed at assessing the impact of hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBO) on acute complication rates and long term outcomes following severe musculoskeletal trauma. The study will enrol 250 patients with severe, open tibial fractures over a 2-3 year period. Enrolled subjects will be followed up for 2 years with radiological, clinical and quality of life measures.

Funding Amount $AUD 729,288.03

Funding Scheme NHMRC Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant