women s health issues
Vulvar Cancer
Prognosis for Vulvar Cancer
If vulvar cancer is detected and treated early, approximately 3 of 4 women have no sign of cancer 5 years after diagnosis. The percentage of women who are alive 5 years after diagnosis and treatment (5-year survival rate) depends on whether and how far the cancer has spread. Overall, the 5-year survival rate is approximately 70%. Melanomas are more likely to spread than squamous cell carcinomas. 