A hyperplastic polyp is a non-cancerous growth typically found in the descending (left) colon, sigmoid colon, and rectum. It is a very common type of colorectal polyp. The polyp is made up of glandular cells normally found on the inside surface of the colon and rectum. Can a hyperplastic polyp turn into cancer? No. Hyperplastic …
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A sessile serrated polyp (SSP) is a non-cancerous growth found in the colon. Although SSPs themselves are not cancer, they are considered precancerous because they have the potential to develop into a type of colon cancer called adenocarcinoma over time. Doctors typically recommend completely removing SSPs to prevent them from turning cancerous. Sessile serrated polyps are …
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A sessile serrated adenoma (SSA) is a non-cancerous growth found in the colon. Although SSAs themselves are not cancer, they are considered precancerous, meaning they can potentially turn into a type of colon cancer called adenocarcinoma over time. Due to this risk, doctors usually recommend completely removing SSAs to prevent them from developing into cancer. Another …
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A villous adenoma is a type of polyp found in the large intestine which includes the colon and rectum. It starts from glandular cells that cover the inside surface of the large intestine. A villous adenoma is considered a precancerous condition because, while most are benign (non-cancerous), they have the potential to develop into colorectal …
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