The impact of fluid mechanics on wound healing after glaucoma surgery- an engineering-based approach [ 2009 - 2011 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Prof Jonathan Crowston (Principal investigator) ,  A/Pr Michael Coote ,  Prof Bruce Gardiner ,  Prof David Smith

Brief description Excess scarring after glaucoma surgery is the major reason why surgery fails.This study will investigate how biomechanical forces in the eye influence wound healing and provide a new approach to regulating scar formation. This will provide key information for developing surgical techniques that improve outcome and prevent vision loss. The annual cost to Australia from vision loss due to glaucoma will double to $4.3 billion by 2025 unless better treatments are developed (Access Economics).

Funding Amount $AUD 280,400.14

Funding Scheme NHMRC Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant