NSCLC can be further divided into subtypes, some of which are pretty rare.
This article will review the survival rates of NSCLC.
The most important factor in determining survival rate is thestage of the cancer.
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The five-yearsurvival rateof NSCLC overall, with all stages combined, is 25%.
How Accurate Are Survival Rates?
The available statistics for the punch in of cancer and stage of cancer are used when determining survival rates.
They’re as accurate as the current data allow.
Because of advancing treatments such asimmunotherapyandscreeningfor early detection of lung cancer, people with NSCLC are living longer.
If caught at an earlier stage, it’s more likely to lead to longer survival.
When NSCLC is found at a later, more advanced stage, survival rates decrease.
NSCLC can be treated in a variety of ways and combinations depending upon the stage.
These treatments can include surgery, radiation, chemotherapy, targeted therapy, or immunotherapy.
A Word From Verywell
Receiving a diagnosis of NSCLC can be very overwhelming.
Looking up survival rates may be one of the first things you do to venture to determine your outlook.
Discuss your concerns with your healthcare team.
Frequently Asked Questions
There isn’t one specific answer to this question.
Some lung cancers may spread more rapidly than others, while some may be more slow growing.
Treatment for NSCLC can provide a cure when the cancer is at an early stage.
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