Description
Paracetamol is the most commonly ingested medication in overdose. Large ingestions may require more treatment. The successful candidate will investigate whether an increased dosing acetylcysteine (NAC) regimen improves efficacy compared to standard treatment. This will be a retrospective review of cases presenting to Monash Health. This project is suitable for those beginning research and options to work remotely. You will be under the supervision of 2 experienced toxicologists.
Essential criteria:
Minimum entry requirements can be found here: https://www.monash.edu/admissions/entry-requirements/minimum
Keywords
acetaminophen, poisoning, antidote
School
School of Clinical Sciences at Monash Health / Hudson Institute of Medical Research » Medicine - Monash Medical Centre
Available options
Honours
BMedSc(Hons)
Time commitment
Full-time
Physical location
Dandenong Hospital
Research webpage
Co-supervisors
Prof
Andis Graudins