Some people with cancer may want to know the survival rates for their type of cancer. Others may not find the numbers helpful, or may even not want to know them. If you do not want to read about the survival statistics for stomach cancer, stop reading here and skip to the next section
The 5-year survival rate refers to the percentage of patients who live at least 5 years after their cancer is diagnosed. Of course, many people live much longer than 5 years (and many are cured).
The 5-year survival rates for stomach cancer by stage are as follows*:
Stage IA |
71% |
Stage IB |
57% |
Stage IIA |
45% |
Stage IIB |
33% |
Stage IIIA |
20% |
Stage IIIB |
14% |
Stage IIIC |
9% |
Stage IV |
4% |
The 5-year relative survival rate compares the number of people who are still alive 5 years after their cancer was found to the survival of others the same age who don't have cancer. This is a good way to see the impact that cancer can have on survival.
The overall 5-year relative survival rate of people with stomach cancer in the United States is about 28%. One reason for this is that most stomach cancers are found at an advanced stage. The outlook for survival is better if the cancer is in the lower part of the stomach than if it is in the upper part.
Each person is different
While numbers provide an overall picture, keep in mind that every person's situation is unique and there is no way to predict exactly what will happen in your case. Talk with your cancer care team if you have questions about your personal chances of a cure, or how long you might survive your cancer. They know your situation best.
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