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DB35.2 category

Benign lymphoid polyp of large intestine

Definition

Benign lymphoid polyps are associated with hyperplasia (enhanced cell division) of lymphoid tissue in the colonic mucosa. It is seen in parts of the intestine where lymphoid tissues are concentrated like the ileum of the small intestine or rectum.

Inclusions

  • Focal lymphoid hyperplasia

Also indexed as

Benign lymphoid polyp of large intestineFocal lymphoid hyperplasia

Nearby in Polyp of large intestine