Image Based Question – 65230

Colon cancer usually derives from the structure marked as “A” in the picture below. What are the most common types of structure marked as “A” that exist in the large intestine?

A. Adenomas.

B. Hyperplastic polyps.

C. Inflammatory polyps.

D. All of the above.

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Correct Answer » D Explanation

Ans;D .All of the above

The structure represented as “A” in the picture above represents colon polyp and “B” represents colon cancer.

Colon cancer usually derives from precancerous polyps that exist in the large intestine. The most common types of polyps are:

• Adenomas: can become cancerous but are usually removed during colonoscopy.

• Hyperplastic polyps: rarely become colon cancer.

• Inflammatory polyps: usually occur after inflammation of the colon (colitis) and may become cancerous.