Endometrial polyp

Endometrial polyp

Definition

A benign nodular lesion protruding above the surface of the endometrium. It is composed of a fibrous stroma that contains thick-walled blood vessels and dilated endometrial glands. Polypectomy is the treatment of choice. Only few cases with recurrence have been reported.

Also known as endometrial polyp, endometrial stromal polyp, endometrium polyp, polyp of endometrium, polyp of the endometrium, polyp, endometrial stromal, benign — per MONDO

Also identified as

Affected Organs

Organ Involvement Source
Body of uterus Disease Has Associated Anatomic Site NCIT · CC BY 4.0
Body of uterus Disease Has Primary Anatomic Site NCIT · CC BY 4.0
Female reproductive system Disease Has Associated Anatomic Site NCIT · CC BY 4.0
Female reproductive system Disease Has Primary Anatomic Site NCIT · CC BY 4.0
Genitourinary system Disease Has Associated Anatomic Site NCIT · CC BY 4.0
Genitourinary system Disease Has Primary Anatomic Site NCIT · CC BY 4.0
Reproductive system Disease Has Associated Anatomic Site NCIT · CC BY 4.0
Reproductive system Disease Has Primary Anatomic Site NCIT · CC BY 4.0
Uterus Disease Has Associated Anatomic Site NCIT · CC BY 4.0
Uterus Disease Has Primary Anatomic Site NCIT · CC BY 4.0