POLYP

Polyp

A polyp is an abnormal growth of tissue projecting from a mucous membrane. If it is attached to the surface by a narrow elongated stalk, it is said to be pedunculated. If no stalk is present, it is said to be sessile. Polyps are commonly found in the colon, stomach, nose, sinus, urinary bladder and uterus. They may also occur elsewhere in the body where mucous membranes exist like the cervix, vocal folds, and small intestine.

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polyp

Noun

  1. an abnormal growth protruding from a mucous membrane
  2. a cylindrical coelenterate, such as the hydra, having a mouth surrounded with tentacles


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