Project Title
Contrast enhanced MRI as a potential diagnostic tool in chronic allograft rejection and renal fibrosis
Qualifications
- MBChB Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (2010) University of Edinburgh
- BSc Physics with Medical Applications (2004) University of Newcastle
- MRCS Diploma of Membership of the Royal College of Surgeons
Supervisor
Ms Lorna Marson, Centre for Inflammation Research, University of Edinburgh
Funding
Spire
Project Summary
Chronic allograft rejection is a significant problem following renal transplant. Macrophages play a key role in its development. The gold standard for diagnosis is a renal biopsy. Renal biopsies are associated with significant morbidity and mortality. We are currently investigating contrast enhanced MRI as a potential diagnostic tool for chronic allograft rejection using a mouse model of renal transplant.