Adenomatous Polyp (Noun)
Meaning
A polyp that consists of benign neoplastic tissue derived from glandular epithelium; "adenomatous polyps are visible protrusions that can develop on the mucosal surface of the colon or rectum".
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- The doctor explained that the adenomatous polyp found during the colonoscopy was a common type of growth that could potentially become cancerous if left untreated.
- A routine screening revealed the presence of several adenomatous polyps in the patient's colon, which were promptly removed to prevent any potential complications.
- Adenomatous polyps are often asymptomatic, but they can cause bleeding or other symptoms if they become large enough to obstruct the normal flow of digestive fluids.
- The pathologist's report confirmed that the tissue sample was an adenomatous polyp, a type of non-cancerous growth that is typically found in the colon or rectum.
- Removing adenomatous polyps during a colonoscopy can significantly reduce the risk of developing colorectal cancer, as these growths have the potential to become malignant over time.