Restrictive versus Liberal Fluid Therapy in Major Abdominal Surgery: The RELIEF Trial [ 2013 - 2016 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Prof Paul Myles (Principal investigator) ,  Prof Andrew Forbes ,  Prof Christopher Christophi ,  Prof David Story ,  Prof Philip Peyton
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Brief description Major surgery can result in serious complications, some of which lead to permanent disability and early death. All patients undergoing major surgery require intravenous fluids to maintain a healthy circulation, but too much fluid can cause tissue swelling (oedema) and "drown" the vital organs. There are probable benefits of a restrictive IV fluid regimen. This could have major benefits to patients having surgery.

Funding Amount $AUD 2,477,820.23

Funding Scheme Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant