Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML): Statistics 

What are statistics?

Statistics are numbers that are used to measure certain things. Some people use statistics to figure out their chances of getting cancer. Or they use them to try to figure out their chance of recovery. Because no 2 people are alike, statistics can’t be used to predict what will happen to 1 person. The statistics below describe large groups of people. They don’t take into account a person's own risk factors. These may include family history, behaviors, or not having cancer screenings. If you have questions, talk with your healthcare provider.

What are the statistics for acute myeloid leukemia (AML)?

Here are some statistics about AML:

• About 19,520 people in the U.S. will be diagnosed with AML in 2018. Most of these people will be adults.

• The average age of a person at the time AML is found is around 68. AML is not common before the age of 45. But it can occur in children.

• About 10,670 people in the U.S. will die from AML 2018. Nearly all will be adults.

Source: American Cancer Society