Only 3 % of conventionally-treated cancer patients recover?

Jim made that statement in his book. I would like more information--specifically, how does he define "recover" vs. the AMA's definition, and how does he figure his %.

Jim, I am not challenging you; I am confused and genuinely want an answer. I have read similar statements elsewhere, but if that's true, then how can the cancer-treatment industry get away with claims of high % of "cancer-free"? Also, I know people who've had cancer. I don't know many who've died, certainly not 33x as many as have been "successfully" treated.

I'm in the natural camp regarding cancer treatment, but I just don't understand this issue.

Thank you.