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What are the chances of good survival with colon cancer?
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Depends on the stage: Stage 1 and 2 colon cancer have excellent survival rates following good surgery. Stage 3 and 4 disease have worse chances and need chemotherapy, but a number of new chemotherapies introduced over the last 15 years and the ability to successfully remove isolated tumors in the lungs and liver have increased survival for stage 3 and 4 as well.
Answered 10/4/2016
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Depends on stage: Early stage colon cancer can be cured. Colon cancer can be mostly prevented through colonoscopy examinations starting at age 50, earlier if there is family history of colon cancer.
Answered 1/3/2014
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