Colonic Polyps
Colonic polyps are abnormal growths of tissue that form in the lining of the large intestine (colon or rectum). They can range from small, non-cancerous lesions to larger, precancerous tumors. Polyps can be surgically removed to reduce the risk of cancer if they are found to be precancerous. Early detection and removal is important to reduce the risk of colorectal cancer, the second leading cause of cancer deaths in the United States. Regular screening tests such as colonoscopy can detect and remove polyps, making them an important part of preventive health care.
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1 journal(s) foundColon And Rectal Cancer
ISSN: 2471-7061
Type: Open Access Journal
Editor-in-Chief: Basem Azab, M.D., Clinical Assistant Professor of Internal Medicine
Internal medicine academic faculty attending
Medical director of anticoagulation center
Staten Island University Hospital
Department of Surgery
Colorectal cancer is cancer that starts in the colon or rectum. The colon and the rectum are parts of the large intestine, which is the lower part of the body's digestive system. During digestion, food moves through the stomach and small intestine into the colon. The colon absorbs water and nutrients from the food and stores waste matter (stool).