How well you do depends on how much the lung cancer has spread. This type of cancer is very deadly. Only about 6% of people with this type of cancer are still alive 5 years after diagnosis.
Treatment can often prolong life for 6 - 12 months, even when the cancer has spread.
What to expect if I have Small cell carcinoma  (Outlook/Prognosis)?
How well you do depends on how much the lung cancer has spread. This type of cancer is very deadly. Only about 6% of people with this type of cancer are still alive 5 years after diagnosis.
Treatment can often prolong life for 6 - 12 months, even when the cancer has spread.