I recently had 2 polypectomies during a colonoscopy. The larger polyp was 16mm and considered precancerous adenomatos. I do not understand the difference measurements in cm and mm used. Can you explain? I am returning in a few weeks for removal of any remaining tissue which may have been left due to size. Should I have concerns of future problems? Was this an unusually large polyp? Thank you for your response
Thu, 31 May 2018
General & Family Physician, Dr. Varinder's Response
Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.
Please see larger polyp was 16 mm means 1.6 cm. As a rule polyp above 1 cm or 10 mm are considered big. As it has come out to be precancerous adenoma, you have to be careful in future. Usually colonoscopy is recommended as follow up every 5 years.
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Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Please see larger polyp was 16 mm means 1.6 cm. As a rule polyp above 1 cm or 10 mm are considered big. As it has come out to be precancerous adenoma, you have to be careful in future. Usually colonoscopy is recommended as follow up every 5 years. I hope I have solved your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.