NCIt synonyms : Colonic Polyp; Polyp of the Colon; Polyp of Colon;
NCIt related terms : Colon Polyps;
NCIt definition : A polypoid lesion that arises from the colon and protrudes into the lumen. This group
includes adenomatous polyps, serrated polyps, and hamartomatous polyps.;
Alternative definition : NCI-GLOSS: Abnormal growths of tissue in the lining of the bowel. Polyps are a risk
factor for colon cancer.;