Polyp of large intestine

Definition

Polyps are abnormal growths rising from the lining of the large intestine that protrude into the intestinal lumen. Polyps can cause bleeding, and over time, can develop into cancers.

Exclusions

• Malignant neoplasms of colon (2B90)
• Polyposis syndrome (2E92.40)

7 subordinate codes

• DB35.0Hyperplastic polyp of large intestine
• DB35.1Inflammatory polyp of large intestine
• DB35.2Benign lymphoid polyp of large intestine
• DB35.3Hamartomatous polyp of large intestine
• DB35.4Inflammatory fibroid polyp of large intestine
• 4B4YOther specified diseases of the immune system
• 4B4ZDiseases of the immune system, unspecified

Nearby in Diseases of large intestine

• DB30Obstruction of large intestine
• DB31Other acquired anatomical alterations of large intestine
• DB32Motility disorders of large intestine
• DB33Certain noninfectious colitis or proctitis
• DB34Certain vascular disorders of large intestine
• DB36Certain infections of the large intestine
• Neoplasms of the large intestine
• 4B4YOther specified diseases of the immune system