Interhospital transfer of mTBI in rural and remote Queensland – can “low-value” transfers be avoided?

Grant ID: EMTC-014R02-2022-GIBBS

Project Summary

Globally, road traffic accidents are a leading cause of death in younger adults, particularly as a result of traumatic brain injury (TBI). Patients in rural and remote locations who have suspected TBI may need transfer for definitive investigation and management. Despite established guidelines on the need for CT imaging in minor TBI, we believe low-value transfers of this population group occur, placing an unnecessary burden on the patient, their family, and the healthcare system. This project aims to explore the interhospital transfer of people with mTBI, in an attempt to identify if and how such low-value care can be avoided, with resultant financial and personal cost savings to the individual and the healthcare system.


SHARE

Amount Awarded
$27,170


Program


Grant Scheme


Status
Active


Principal Investigator:
Dr Clinton Gibbs


Institution


Collaborating Institutions


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