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How likely is survival with colon cancer?

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Depends on : Stage at diagnosis. Early cancers have excellent prognosis, whereas more advanced stages have poorer outlook. This is exactly why screening is important for this particular cancer.

Dr Hoepfner agreed

Answered 5/8/2013

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