Age inequalities in Barrett’s oesophagus and oesophageal adenocarcinoma risk, treatment and survival: a mixed-methods study
Abigail Jeyaraj
Abigail Jeyaraj is a PhD student appointed by the All-Ireland Cancer Research Network (AllCaN) Programme. Abigail is working under the supervision of Prof. Helen Coleman at Queen’s University Belfast.
This project will investigate the epidemiology (including numbers of new cases diagnosed and survival statistics) for patients living with a diagnosis of Barrett’s oesophagus or oesophageal cancer across the island of Ireland. In addition, we will explore differences in characteristics and treatment experiences for Barrett’s oesophagus or oesophageal cancer patients across age groups. This study particularly aims to provide insight into the unique challenges experienced by younger people (aged under 50 years) during their lived experience of oesophageal cancer.
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Start year
2024
End year
2027
Principal Investigator
Prof. Helen Coleman
Researcher
Abigail Jeyaraj
Institution
Queen’s University Belfast
Grant Funding
All-Ireland Cancer Research Network (AllCaN) Programme
Linked Breakthrough Research Priorities
Increase research investment into poor prognosis cancers and currently incurable cancers prioritising lung, oesophageal, ovarian, pancreatic, brain, liver and stomach cancers.
Improve integration of cancer research into cancer care in Ireland and increase clinical capacity by prioritising funding for projects and programmes with significant clinical engagement.
Invest in research-led innovation at every stage of the cancer patient journey from first diagnosis through to treatment, clinical trials and palliative care to improve survival and quality of life.
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