
Prostate cancer is the most common form of cancer in men aside from skin cancers. The American Cancer Society estimates that during 2009 over 190,000 men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer in the United States. About 1 in 6 men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer during their lifetime, but only 1 in 35 will die of it.
• More than 2 million men in the United States who have been diagnosed with prostate cancer at some point are still alive today.
• Prostate cancer is the second leading cause of cancer-related death in American men, behind only lung cancer.
• The American Cancer Society estimates that about 28,000 men in the United States will die of Prostate Cancer in 2009.
• Prostate cancer accounts for about 10% of cancer-related deaths in men.
• Relative 5-year survival rate of prostate cancer sufferers is nearly 100%.
• Relative 10-year survival rate of prostate cancer sufferers is 93%.
• Relative 15-year survival rate of prostate cancer sufferers is 79%.
Today, the latest methods of detection and treatment mean that many prostate cancers are now found earlier and can be treated more effectively. Thanks to the development of breakthrough technologies, newer techniques and more fulfilling results, many patients can enjoy better outlooks than the figures stated above as treatment technologies progress!
USMD Prostate Cancer Center is dedicated to providing our patients the best possible outcome when treating prostate cancer. Our team of physicians employ the latest state-of-the-art technologies and techniques used to help you achieve success in your battle against this disease.
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