What are the common outcomes of cancer treatments?
Cancer treatments aim to eradicate or control the spread of cancer cells. The outcomes vary based on several factors, including the type and stage of cancer, the patient's overall health, and the treatments used. Common outcomes include complete remission, partial remission, stable disease, and progression of the disease. Complete remission means that there are no detectable cancer cells, while partial remission indicates a significant reduction in the size or number of cancer cells. Stable disease means that the cancer has neither decreased nor increased significantly, and progression denotes the cancer is growing or spreading.
