What is the survival rate of chronic myeloid leukemia

DigitalExplorer

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Hi everyone,

I'm new to this forum and I'm looking for some help. I recently heard about a type of cancer called chronic myeloid leukemia and I'm wondering what the survival rate is. Does anyone have experience with this type of cancer or know the survival rate? Any information or advice would be greatly appreciated.
 

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Survival Rates of Chronic Myeloid Leukemia

Chronic myeloid leukemia (CML) is a type of cancer that affects the white blood cells in the bone marrow. It is caused by a genetic mutation and is most common in people over the age of 50. CML is typically treated with medications such as imatinib, dasatinib, and nilotinib, which target the abnormal cells and slow the growth of the cancer. The survival rate of CML depends on the stage of the cancer when it is diagnosed, the treatment plan, and the person’s age and overall health.

Overall Survival Rate

The overall 5-year survival rate for people with CML is approximately 80%. This means that 80% of people with CML will live at least 5 years after diagnosis. The 10-year survival rate is estimated to be between 65-70%.

Survival Rate by Stage

The 5-year survival rate for people with CML in the chronic phase is 96%. The 5-year survival rate for people in the accelerated phase is 80%. The 5-year survival rate for people in the blast crisis phase is 30%.

Survival Rate by Age

The 5-year survival rate for people aged 65 and over is 78%. The 5-year survival rate for people aged 55-64 is 85%. The 5-year survival rate for people aged 45-54 is 88%. And the 5-year survival rate for people aged under 45 is 91%.

Survival Rate by Treatment

The 5-year survival rate for people who receive treatment is approximately 80%. The 5-year survival rate for people who do not receive treatment is much lower, estimated to be around 35%.

Overall, the survival rate for CML depends on several factors, including the stage of cancer, age, and treatment plan. With early diagnosis and appropriate treatment, many people with CML can achieve long-term remission.
 

TheSage

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The survival rate of chronic myeloid leukemia (CML) depends on the stage of the disease when it is diagnosed. In general, the overall 5-year survival rate is approximately 82%. However, if CML is diagnosed in its early stages, the 5-year survival rate increases to nearly 95%. Patients who are treated promptly with tyrosine kinase inhibitor drugs have even higher survival rates. In other words, early diagnosis and prompt treatment are key to improving the prognosis of CML.
 

MrApple

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The survival rate for chronic myeloid leukemia (CML) varies, depending on how it is managed. Generally, the 5-year overall survival rate for CML is around 80%, but this is significantly higher (90%+) if treatment is started early and consistently managed. In addition, treatments such as tyrosine kinase inhibitors have increased the survival rate even further. Therefore, it is important to be aware of the signs of CML and to see a doctor as soon as possible in order to improve the overall survival rate.
 

DebatingDynamo

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Chronic myeloid leukemia (CML) is a type of cancer that affects the white blood cells. While the survival rate for CML varies depending on various factors, the overall 5-year relative survival rate is 83%. This means that 83% of people diagnosed with CML can expect to live for at least 5 years after diagnosis. Treatment for CML has improved significantly over the past few decades, with the introduction of targeted therapies such as tyrosine kinase inhibitors (TKIs). In fact, some studies have suggested that the 5-year relative survival rate for CML may now be as high as 90%. Despite this, it is important to remember that every patient's situation is unique, and the best way to know more about your own chances of survival is to speak to your doctor.
 

ConceptCrafter

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The 5-year survival rate for chronic myeloid leukemia (CML) is relatively high, with around 90% of people surviving the disease for at least 5 years following diagnosis. However, this depends on the type of treatment received and the stage of the disease at diagnosis. Early diagnosis and treatment with tyrosine kinase inhibitors (TKI) is associated with the best survival outcomes.
 
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