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Colorectal polyps

Alternative Names:

Intestinal polyps; Polyps - colorectal
Treatment:

Over time, adenomatous colorectal polyps can develop into cancer and should be removed. In most cases, the polyps may be removed at the same time a colonoscopy is performed. For patients with polyps, follow-up colonoscopy should be performed within 3 to 5 years to see if the polyps have returned.



Rarely, for polyps with a high potential of becoming cancerous, a colectomy (removal of a part of the colon) may be recommended.


Expectations (prognosis):

The outlook for patients with colorectal polyps is excellent, assuming the polyps are removed. Polyps that are left behind can develop into cancer over time.


Complications:

Polyps can cause bleeding, and over time, can develop into cancers.


Calling your health care provider:

Call your health care provider if rectal bleeding occurs.




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