Small cell carcinoma of cervix: A population-based study evaluating standardized provincial treatment protocols
ConclusionDistant metastasis is the predominant pattern of failure for patients with SmCC treated with radical chemo-radiotherapy. With modern chemo-radiotherapy protocols we can expect a 5 year survival of around 50%. Early stage and (LN-) status appear to be favorable prognostic factors with survival rates at 5-year over 60%.
Source: Gynecologic Oncology Reports - Category: OBGYN Source Type: research
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