• Polyps are abnormal growths of tissue that can be found in any organ that has blood vessels. They are most often found in the colon(large intestine).
• Most polyps are noncancerous (benign). However, because polyps are due to abnormal cell growth, they can eventually become cancerous (malignant). Whether or not a polyp is cancerous can be determined with a biopsy.
• Treatment for polyps depends on their location, size, and whether or not they are cancerous.