Prognosis
Oral cavity cancer survival continues to fall beyond five years after diagnosis. (1,2)
- Stage 1
More than 85% will survive their cancer for 5 years or more after diagnosis.
- Stage 2
Around 70% will survive their cancer for 5 years or more after diagnosis.
- Stage 3
More than 55% will survive their cancer for 5 years or more after diagnosis.
- Stage 4
35% will survive their cancer for 5 years or more after diagnosis.
Reference:
- CRUK. Head and Neck Cancer Survival Statistics (Accessed February 2026)
- Head and Neck Cancer: United Kingdom National Multidisciplinary Guidelines, Sixth Edition J Homer and S Winter The Journal of Laryngology and Otology, 2024. Volume 138, Number S1
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