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I was diagnosed with villious adenoma of the anal canal at the verge. is this pre-cancer. my gi doc appeared puzzled and referred me to usc in la.
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Villus adenoma: It is a polyp typically and needs to be addressed. Unusual location so that is probably why the doctor is puzzled. You will need to see a colorectal surgery for further evaluation and probably surgical removal or removal under anesthesia.
Answered 6/7/2017
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