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What type of polyp is classified as hamartomatous and typically occurs in children?
What type of polyp is classified as hamartomatous and typically occurs in children?
Which characteristic is true regarding juvenile polyps?
Which characteristic is true regarding juvenile polyps?
What is the primary population that juvenile polyps affect?
What is the primary population that juvenile polyps affect?
Which of the following is a potential feature of juvenile polyps?
Which of the following is a potential feature of juvenile polyps?
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How are juvenile polyps generally classified?
How are juvenile polyps generally classified?
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Which type of colonic polyp is characterized by a serrated pattern on microscopy?
Which type of colonic polyp is characterized by a serrated pattern on microscopy?
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What is the most significant risk factor for the progression of an adenomatous polyp to carcinoma?
What is the most significant risk factor for the progression of an adenomatous polyp to carcinoma?
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Which gene mutation is NOT directly associated with the progression from adenomatous polyp to carcinoma?
Which gene mutation is NOT directly associated with the progression from adenomatous polyp to carcinoma?
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What type of inflammation is characteristic of Ulcerative Colitis?
What type of inflammation is characteristic of Ulcerative Colitis?
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In which condition do patients develop hundreds to thousands of adenomatous polyps and have a high risk of colon cancer?
In which condition do patients develop hundreds to thousands of adenomatous polyps and have a high risk of colon cancer?
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Which symptom is primarily associated with Crohn's Disease?
Which symptom is primarily associated with Crohn's Disease?
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What is the purpose of performing colonoscopy in relation to colorectal polyps?
What is the purpose of performing colonoscopy in relation to colorectal polyps?
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Which complication is primarily associated with Ulcerative Colitis after more than 10 years of disease?
Which complication is primarily associated with Ulcerative Colitis after more than 10 years of disease?
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What additional condition is associated with familial adenomatous polyposis (FAP)?
What additional condition is associated with familial adenomatous polyposis (FAP)?
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What is the primary method of ulcerative colitis effect on the gastrointestinal tract?
What is the primary method of ulcerative colitis effect on the gastrointestinal tract?
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What is a common non-neoplastic proliferation associated with Gardner syndrome?
What is a common non-neoplastic proliferation associated with Gardner syndrome?
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What screening test is commonly used to detect the presence of colonic polyps?
What screening test is commonly used to detect the presence of colonic polyps?
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Which of the following is a feature of Crohn's Disease regarding its gross appearance?
Which of the following is a feature of Crohn's Disease regarding its gross appearance?
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In individuals with Ulcerative Colitis, which extraintestinal manifestation is commonly observed?
In individuals with Ulcerative Colitis, which extraintestinal manifestation is commonly observed?
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Which factor is known to increase the risk of Crohn's Disease?
Which factor is known to increase the risk of Crohn's Disease?
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What type of wall involvement is typically seen in Crohn's Disease?
What type of wall involvement is typically seen in Crohn's Disease?
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Which of the following is a characteristic feature of Carcinoid Syndrome?
Which of the following is a characteristic feature of Carcinoid Syndrome?
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What is the most common cause of acute appendicitis in children?
What is the most common cause of acute appendicitis in children?
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Which statement best describes Carcinoid Heart Disease?
Which statement best describes Carcinoid Heart Disease?
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In the context of Inflammatory Bowel Disease, which group is most likely to be affected?
In the context of Inflammatory Bowel Disease, which group is most likely to be affected?
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What clinical sign is most indicative of an appendiceal rupture?
What clinical sign is most indicative of an appendiceal rupture?
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Hirschsprung Disease is associated with which of the following?
Hirschsprung Disease is associated with which of the following?
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Which of the following correctly describes a complication of an appendiceal rupture?
Which of the following correctly describes a complication of an appendiceal rupture?
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Which diagnostic method is crucial for confirming Hirschsprung Disease?
Which diagnostic method is crucial for confirming Hirschsprung Disease?
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Which condition is primarily associated with wall stress due to straining and constipation?
Which condition is primarily associated with wall stress due to straining and constipation?
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What is the most common presenting symptom of ischemic colitis?
What is the most common presenting symptom of ischemic colitis?
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What complication can occur from diverticulitis?
What complication can occur from diverticulitis?
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Which condition is an acquired malformation that typically presents as hematochezia in older adults?
Which condition is an acquired malformation that typically presents as hematochezia in older adults?
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Which area of the colon is most commonly affected by angiodysplasia?
Which area of the colon is most commonly affected by angiodysplasia?
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What symptom is NOT typical of irritable bowel syndrome?
What symptom is NOT typical of irritable bowel syndrome?
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What is the root cause of most cases of ischemic colitis?
What is the root cause of most cases of ischemic colitis?
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Which factor is NOT typically associated with the development of colonic diverticula?
Which factor is NOT typically associated with the development of colonic diverticula?
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Study Notes
Colon Polyps
- Colon polyps are raised protrusions of the colonic mucosa
- Most common types are hyperplastic and adenomatous polyps
- Hyperplastic polyps are due to hyperplasia of glands (often in the left colon)
- Adenomatous polyps are due to neoplastic proliferation of glands
- Most common type of polyp: hyperplastic; usually in the left colon
- Benign polyps, but have malignant potential
- Adenomatous polyps are the second most common type of colon polyp
- Benign, but may progress to adenocarcinoma
- Adenoma-carcinoma sequence: describes the molecular progression from normal colonic mucosa to adenomatous polyp to carcinoma
- Increase risk for formation of polyp: APC gene mutations (sporadic or germline)
- K-ras mutation leads to formation of polyp
- p53 mutation and increased expression of COX allow for progression to carcinoma
- Screening for polyps is performed by colonoscopy and testing fecal occult blood
- Goal is to remove hyperplastic and adenomatous polyps before progression
- Polyps are removed and examined microscopically
- Greatest risk for progression from adenoma to carcinoma is related to size of polyp (>2 cm), sessile growth, and villous histology
Familial Adenomatous Polyposis (FAP)
- Autosomal dominant disorder characterized by 100s to 1000s of adenomatous colon polyps
- Due to inherited APC mutation (chromosome 5)
- Increases propensity to develop adenomatous polyps throughout colon and rectum
- Colon and rectum are removed prophylactically; otherwise, almost all patients develop carcinoma by 40 years of age
- Gardner syndrome is FAP with fibromatosis and osteomas
- Fibromatosis is a non-neoplastic proliferation of fibroblasts
- Osteoma is a benign tumor of bone that usually arises in the skull
- Turcot syndrome is FAP with CNS tumors (medulloblastoma and glial tumors)
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This quiz covers the essential characteristics of colon polyps, including types, risks, and their potential for malignancy. It discusses hyperplastic and adenomatous polyps, the adenoma-carcinoma sequence, and screening methods. Test your knowledge on the pathology and clinical significance of these lesions.
