What’s the survival rate for bowel cancer?

The survival rate for bowel cancer varies significantly depending on the stage of cancer you have, as well as other factors such as your age, general health, and how well you respond to treatment. 

In the UK, survival rates for bowel cancer are as follows: 

  • stage 1 – about 90% of people survive for 5 years or more

  • stage 2 – about 85% of people survive for 5 years or more

  • stage 3 – about 65% of people survive for 5 years or more

  • stage 4 – about 10% of people survive for 5 years or more

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