Gastrointestinal polyp
Gastrointestinal polyp
Definition
A polypoid tumor that arises from any part of the gastrointestinal tract and protrudes into the lumen. Representative examples include adenomatous polyps, hyperplastic polyps, and hamartomatous polyps.
Also known as gastrointestinal polyp, gastrointestinal tract polyp, GI polyp — per MONDO
Also identified as
Affected Organs
| Organ | Involvement | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Alimentary part of gastrointestinal system | Disease Has Associated Anatomic Site | NCIT · CC BY 4.0 |
| Digestive tract | Disease Has Primary Anatomic Site | NCIT · CC BY 4.0 |