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Overview, Anatomy

Post a new topicby contentuser on Thu Mar 06, 2008 1:53 am

Overview

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 benign (non-cancerous). T...Read the full article
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Re: Overview, Anatomy

Post a new topicby ryma_anne on Sat Dec 05, 2009 4:45 am

This is great article! very helpful... so that people should be aware any kind of disease. Early detection of cancer greatly improves the chances of cure. Thanks for the information...

For more info:
http://colonnews.com
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