5 Deadliest Cancers in the U.S.

1. Lung and Bronchial Cancer

Estimated Deaths: 127,070

Lung cancer, also known as bronchogenic carcinoma, refers to the formation of tumors within the lung parenchyma or bronchi. It stands as a prominent contributor to cancer-related fatalities in the United States. Notably, since 1987, lung cancer has claimed more lives among women than breast cancer. While the cure rate can be as high as 80% to 90% for patients who have small, early-stage lung cancer, the rates drop dramatically as the tumor becomes more advanced and involves lymph nodes or other parts of the body. By far the deadliest cancer in the U.S., Lung and Bronchial cancer is expected to claim about 127,070 lives in 2023.

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