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I read that 85% of colon cancer comes from polyps 15% not. what does the gi doc due for the 15%? hpv that can be cancerous tend to be in polyps? can ct w contrast abd/plvs pic up 2cm or larger polyps?
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Colonoscopy: With rare exceptions, colon cancers arise in polyps. Colonoscopy and removal of polyps can prevent colon cancer. HPV is not a causative agent of colon polyps or colon cancer. Colonoscopy is better than imaging studies as the polyps can both be detected and removed in one procedure. Wish you good health!
Answered 12/4/2020
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