The outlook varies. Most often, non small cell lung cancer grows slowly. In some cases, it can grow and spread quickly and cause rapid death. The cancer may spread to other parts of the body, including the bone, liver, small intestine, and brain. Chemotherapy has been shown to prolong life and improve the quality of life in some patients with stage IV non small cell lung cancer. Cure rates are related to the stage of disease and whether you are able to have surgery.
Stage I and II cancers have the highest survival and cure rates. Stage III cancer can be cured in some cases. Stage IV cancer that has returned is almost never cured. The goals of therapy are to extend and improve quality of life.
What to expect if I have Non small cell lung cancer  (Outlook/Prognosis)?
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