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What is polyposis?
The medical term for the development of multiple polyps on a body part.Polyposis is a condition that has lots of polyps. It is usually used in relation to colon polyps, which may be precancerous.
How common are precancerous polyps in the colon?
In Australia, the lifetime risk of developing bowel cancer before the age of 75 years is around 1 in 18 for men and 1 in 26 for women, and this is one of the highest rates of bowel cancer in the world.
When does a cancer sigmoidoscopy have abnormal results?
For a cancer screening sigmoidoscopy, an abnormal result involves one or more noncancerous or precancerous polyps or tumors. Patients showing polyps have an increased risk of developing colorectal cancer in the future.
What can be discovered by a hysteroscopy?
Abnormal results include uterine fibroids, polyps, or a septum (an extra fold of tissue down the center of the uterus). Sometimes, precancerous or malignant growths are discovered.
Is sebaceous cyst precancerous?
Sebaceous cysts are not precancerous.
What is retroflexion procedure in colonoscopy?
The endoscopist manipulates the controls of the scope so that its tip bends backward allowing an alternate view as it is withdrawn from the colon. It it thought that this allows detection of additional polyps and precancerous lesions that might be flat or depressed.
What could it mean if you have polyps on the base of your brainstem?
Polyps are swollen, tumorous membranes. Could mean you have signs of tumors underneath the brain. Get it checked out! Presumably if you know you have polyps they are being checked out, ask the doctor, he/she is the person who knows. If it is a friend who has told you they have polyps, ask them, they are probably desperate to talk about it.
What is the connection between polyps and colon cancer?
Polyps are abnormal growths that can occur in various parts of the body, including the colon (large intestine). While most polyps are benign (non-cancerous), some types of polyps, particularly adenomatous polyps, have the potential to develop into colon cancer over time. Here's the connection between polyps and colon cancer: Adenomatous Polyps: Adenomatous polyps are a type of polyp that can develop in the lining of the colon or rectum. These polyps are considered precancerous because they contain cells that have the potential to become cancerous over time. Adenomatous polyps are the most common type of polyp associated with the development of colon cancer. Progression to Cancer: If adenomatous polyps are left untreated, they may continue to grow and develop genetic mutations that can lead to the transformation of normal cells into cancerous cells. Over time, some adenomatous polyps can progress to become colon cancer. The risk of progression to cancer depends on factors such as the size, number, and histology (cellular characteristics) of the polyps. Screening and Prevention: The detection and removal of adenomatous polyps through screening tests such as colonoscopy can help prevent the development of colon cancer. During a colonoscopy, if adenomatous polyps are found, they can be removed (polypectomy) before they have the opportunity to become cancerous. Regular screening for colon cancer is recommended for individuals at average risk, typically starting at age 50, or earlier for those with certain risk factors. Other Types of Polyps: While adenomatous polyps are the primary concern for colon cancer development, other types of polyps, such as hyperplastic polyps and inflammatory polyps, are typically benign and do not have a significant risk of progressing to cancer. However, some rare types of polyps, such as serrated polyps, may also have a small risk of developing into colon cancer.
What does a colon screening test involve?
A colon screening test is vital in diagnosing colon cancer, and therefore highly recommended regularly for older patients. I test involved a colonoscope entering one's colon so that cancerous or precancerous polyps and growths can be removed and biopsied.
What are Juvenile polyps?
They are polyps in children
What are liver polyps?
small polyps
What are soft polyps?
what are soft polyps.
