Colorectal Polyps

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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