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What is the life expectancy of a 68 years old healthy person if nsc metastasized lung cancer has spread to brains and pelvic? gamma knife and radiation already used, now chemotherapy.
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Not mutch: Unfortunately not much , some respond to chemotherapy, with satisfactory palliation.
Answered 12/9/2013
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Not good: 6 months at the most. Give or take. Get affairs in order, hospice is a good option if available. Sorry and good luck!
Answered 10/4/2016
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About one year: But if the patient is feeling healthy, her odds for survival are better.
Answered 4/2/2018
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