FAMILIAL POLYPOSIS


Meaning of FAMILIAL POLYPOSIS in English

transcription, транскрипция: [ [pah-li-PO-sis] ]

An inherited condition in which numerous polyps (growths that protrude from mucous membranes) form on the inside walls of the colon and rectum. It increases the risk of colorectal cancer. Also called familial adenomatous polyposis or FAP.

NCI English Dictionary of Cancer Terms.      Английский словарь раковых терминов NCI(Национальный институт злокачественных новообразований).