On March 5, 2008, Patrick Swayze's representatives confirmed that he had been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. At the time, Swayze's doctor said he was optimistic about his chances of recovery.MSNBC: Patrick Swayze has pancreatic cancer (March 5, 2008)
On September 14, 2009, the 57-year-old Swayze died. Swayze's physician, Dr. George Fisher, says the fact that the actor lived for nearly two years with pancreatic cancer is "an accomplishment." http://www.google.com/hostednews/ap/article/ALeqM5iI6rYwtW5ttJYhJ51d_aPbnBpDkQD9ANDKJG2
"Miracle" Man
In July of 2008, Swayze was photographed looking much healthier than earlier in the year. He reported that his treatments were proving successful and told reporters: "I'm a miracle, dude, I don't know why."Telegraph: Patrick Swayze says he is a 'miracle' following treatment... (July 21, 2008)
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Swayze died of pancreatic cancer on September 14, 2009
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Had been undergoing treatment for the cancer for nearly two years
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Swayze was treated at the Stanford Cancer Center at Stanford University
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5% of those diagnosed with pancreatic cancer live 5 years after the diagnosis
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