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Newsletter – December 2024

10 December 2024|

Welcome to the last JTI newsletter of 2024! In this edition, we break down the numerous activities of the last few months at JTI and highlight some standout work.

Study Update: Use of advanced magnetic resonance imaging to diagnose brachial plexus injuries and inform surgical intervention

5 December 2024|

Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is currently used to help diagnose brachial plexus injuries, but traditional imaging protocols do not deliver the depth of information required by clinicians due to the complex ramified structure and the location of the brachial plexus. The Herston Imaging Research Facility (HIRF) secured a loan from Siemens Healthcare for an advanced MRI protocol, ‘SMS-RESOLVE diffusion imaging sequence’. The study’s hypothesis is that the information provided by the new protocol will significantly aid with clinical decision-making.

JTI research on long-term use of opioids by patients with rib fractures wins two awards

27 November 2024|

JTI research on long-term use of opioids by patients with rib fractures has won two awards on presentations delivered by Dr Fran Williamson. She won the best oral medical paper for her presentation at the Australia and New Zealand Trauma Society conference in Brisbane and won an abstract prize for the study presentation at the University of Queensland Faculty of Medicine Research Day.

Newsletter – October 2024

8 October 2024|

Welcome to the first edition of the JTI newsletter for October 2024! In this edition, we highlight the outcomes of the JTI planning day, take a look at the Early Games Legacy project which is pioneering disability access and inclusion in sports, and the introduction of the STOP THE BLEED program run between JTI and QAS + more

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HERSTON QLD 4029

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Institute@health.qld.gov.au

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