Yes, sarcoma can cause death. While survival rates vary depending on the type of sarcoma and the patient's age, the disease can be fatal.
Sarcoma Survival Rates
The provided reference offers insight into survival rates, indicating that a significant proportion of patients do not survive sarcoma:
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Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma: Experts estimate that approximately 65% of adults with soft tissue sarcoma are alive five years after diagnosis. This means that about 35% do not survive beyond five years.
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Pediatric Rhabdomyosarcoma: Roughly 70% of children and adolescents with rhabdomyosarcoma are alive five years after diagnosis. This suggests that approximately 30% do not survive beyond five years.
These statistics highlight that sarcoma, while treatable in some cases, can indeed lead to death. The prognosis depends on various factors including the specific type of sarcoma, its stage at diagnosis, and the patient's overall health.
