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The prognosis for men diagnosed with prostate cancer before it has spread is excellent. These are the facts according to the 2007 Cancer Facts & Figures from the American Cancer Society. The survival rate for men whose prostate cancer is found while it’s still in only the prostate is about 100%. Doctors find 90% of all prostate cancers while they’re still in this stage. The overall survival rates for all stages combined are also good.

  • The 5-year survival rate approaches 100% for all stages combined.

  • The 10-year survival rate is 93%.

  • The 15-year survival rate is 77%.

Reviewer Name: Berry, Donna PhD, RN;Kelly, William Kevin DO
Date Last Reviewed: 01-01-2005
Published Date: 05-24-2007
 
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