The survival rate for carcinoid tumors varies depending on the stage of the cancer at the time of diagnosis, as well as the overall health of the patient.
For localized carcinoid tumors (meaning the cancer is only in the place it started and hasn’t spread), the 5-year relative survival rate is approximately 92%.
For regional carcinoid tumors (meaning the cancer has spread to nearby lymph nodes or organs), the 5-year relative survival rate is approximately 72%.
And for distant carcinoid tumors (meaning the cancer has spread to distant organs or tissues), the 5-year relative survival rate is approximately 50%.
It’s important to note that these survival rates are an estimate and individual case may vary, depending on various factors including the location of the tumor, the size of the tumor, the patient’s overall health, and the treatment options chosen.
It’s also important to keep in mind that early diagnosis and treatment can greatly improve the prognosis and survival rate. As carcinoid tumors tend to grow slowly, it is possible that the patient may have a good quality of life for many years, even if the cancer is not curable.