Median survival is just that: half the people have less, half the people have more.
Since you are not an oncologist, could you please cite the recent paper in question? That would be helpful for understanding the context in which the statement was made that led to your (insensitive) interpretation.
Since you are not an oncologist, could you please cite the recent paper in question? That would be helpful for understanding the context in which the statement was made that led to your (insensitive) interpretation.