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Polyp of large intestine

Pólipo do intestino grosso

Category

Definition

Polyps are abnormal growths rising from the lining of the large intestine that protrude into the intestinal lumen. Polyps can cause bleeding, and over time, can develop into cancers.

Exclusions

  • Polyposis syndrome
  • Malignant neoplasms of colon

Subcategories (5)

DB35.0Hyperplastic polyp of large intestineDB35.1Inflammatory polyp of large intestineDB35.2Benign lymphoid polyp of large intestineDB35.3Hamartomatous polypDB35.4Inflammatory fibroid polyp of large intestine
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