Difference between revisions of "Fundic gland polyp"

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PPI use appears to be the most likely explanation in this case,  
PPI use appears to be the most likely explanation in this case,  
in the context of the provided history; however, FAP should be  
in the context of the provided history; however, FAP and GAPPS should be  
considered clinically.
considered clinically.
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- Fundic gland polyposis, see comment.
- Fundic gland polyposis, see comment.
- NEGATIVE for intestinal metaplasia.
- NEGATIVE for intestinal metaplasia.
- NEGATIVE for helicobacter-like organisms.
- NEGATIVE for Helicobacter-like organisms.
- NEGATIVE for dysplasia and negative for malignancy.
- NEGATIVE for dysplasia and negative for malignancy.


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were seen at the time of grossing.
were seen at the time of grossing.


Fundic gland polyps are reported in association with proton pump inhibitor use and in
Fundic gland polyps are reported in association with proton pump inhibitor use, familial
association with familial adenomatous polyposis (FAP). The possibility of FAP and GAPPS  
adenomatous polyposis (FAP), and gastric adenocarcinoma and proximal polyposis of the
should be considered.
stomach (GAPPS). The possibility of FAP and GAPPS should be considered.
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