What Are the Survival Rates for Men With Prostate Cancer?

The prognosis for men diagnosed with prostate cancer before it has spread is excellent. These are the facts according to the 2007 Cancer Facts & Figures from the American Cancer Society. The survival rate for men whose prostate cancer is found while it’s still in only the prostate is about 100%. Doctors find 90% of all prostate cancers while they’re still in this stage. The overall survival rates for all stages combined are also good.

• The 5-year survival rate approaches 100% for all stages combined.

• The 10-year survival rate is 93%.

• The 15-year survival rate is 77%.