Leukemia Long-Term Outlook
The long-term outlook for those with leukemia mainly depends on the form of leukemia they have and the stage at diagnosis. In general, the earlier the condition is diagnosed and treated, the higher the chance of recovery can be. Certain factors may have a negative effect on the outlook, such as chromosome mutations, a history of blood disorders, and old age. Over the last decades, the 5-year survival rate for leukemia has increased a lot thanks to advancements in treatments and clinical trials. [11]
