FünfJahresÜberlebensraten

FünfJahresÜberlebensraten, often translated as five-year survival rates, is a statistical measure used in medicine, particularly in oncology, to describe the percentage of patients who are still alive five years after a diagnosis of a specific disease. This metric is a crucial indicator for assessing the effectiveness of treatments and the prognosis of a particular condition. It is important to note that the FünfJahresÜberlebensrate does not mean that a patient will only live for five years. Many patients survive much longer, and some may even be cured.

These rates are typically calculated based on large groups of patients with the same type and stage of disease. The data is collected from various sources, including cancer registries and clinical trials, and is analyzed to determine the proportion of individuals who survive for at least five years following their diagnosis. Factors such as the type and grade of the disease, the stage at diagnosis, the patient's age, overall health, and the specific treatments received all influence an individual's survival.

FünfJahresÜberlebensraten are often presented for different stages of a disease. For example, a cancer with a high FünfJahresÜberlebensrate for early stages might have a significantly lower rate for advanced stages. This information is vital for patients to understand their likely outcome, for clinicians to guide treatment decisions, and for researchers to evaluate new therapies. It is a dynamic statistic that can improve over time as medical knowledge and treatment options advance.