Adenomatous Polyposis Coli

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Is a:

Neoplastic Process

Definition:

A polyposis syndrome due to an autosomal dominant mutation of the apc genes (genes, apc) on chromosome 5. The syndrome is characterized by the development of hundreds of adenomatous polyps in the colon and rectum of affected individuals by early adulthood. The lifetime risk of colorectal cancer in these patients reaches 100 percent by age 60.

Synonyms:

Adenomatous Polyposis Coli, Familial
Adenomatous Polyposis of the Colon
Adenomatous Polyposis, Familial
Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
Familial Adenomatous Polyposis Coli
Familial Polyposis Coli
Familial Polyposis Syndrome
Polyposis Coli, Familial
Polyposis Syndrome, Familial

Broader Topics:

Narrower Topics:

Gardner Syndrome

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