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I read an article that said if you get a sessile serrated polyp, even after removal, you chances of getting colon cancer increase by 75%. it also says chances of mortality also increases by 75%. any truth to this?

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Dr. Hiep Le answered

Specializes in Nephrology and Dialysis

No, it's not true.

Dr Kuitems agreed

Answered 12/29/2022

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A member asked:

I read an article that said if you get a sessile serrated polyp, even after removal, you chances of getting colon cancer increase by 75%. it also says chances of mortality also increases by 75%. any truth to this?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Hiep Le answered

Dr Kuitems agreed

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