Relative Survival Rate at Medical Drugs Glossary
What is Relative Survival Rate? A specific measurement of survival. For cancer, the rate is calculated by adjusting the survival rate to remove all causes of death except cancer. The rate is determined at specific time intervals, such as 2 years and 5 years after diagnosis.Medical Term & Definition Added By: Kaitlyn
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