Research Grant
[Cite as https://purl.org/au-research/grants/nhmrc/1055901]Researchers: Dr Hayley Smithers-Sheedy (Principal investigator)
Brief description Cytomegalovirus (CMV) is a virus that can be transmitted from mother to the unborn child. It is a potentially preventable cause of cerebral palsy (CP). The incidence of CP due to CMV remains unclear in Australia as screening for CMV is not routinely performed in the newborn. Our preliminary data suggests that severe CP is strongly associated with CMV. Here we will use link recorded data and test CMV in newborn screening cards to determine the burden and profile of CP due to congenital CMV in Australia.
Funding Amount $AUD 87,130.79
Funding Scheme Postgraduate Scholarships
Notes Public Health Postgraduate Scholarship
- nhmrc : 1055901
- PURL : https://purl.org/au-research/grants/nhmrc/1055901
