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Overview, AnatomyOverview of Colorectal Polyps
Colorectal polyps are abnormal growths that develop in the lining of the colon or rectum. A single polyp also is called a polypus, and the occurrence of multiple polyps is a condition referred to as polyposis. Some colorectal polyps are flat growths of tissue and others grow on a stalk or stem (called a pedicle). Colorectal polyps, also called intestinal polyps, are common in adults over the age of 50. In most cases, colorectal polyps are slow-growing and beni...Read the full article
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