Gastric polyps are small growths that develop on the lining of the stomach. They're often discovered incidentally during routine upper endoscopy. While most gastric polyps are benign and cause no problems, certain types can carry a risk of bleeding or progression to more serious lesions if left untreated.
Many people with gastric polyps have no symptoms. When symptoms do appear, they may include:
Gastric polyps can form for a variety of reasons, including:
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Gastric polyps are small growths on the lining of the stomach. While most are benign, some types can develop into cancer if left untreated.
Gastric polyps are detected in approximately 2-5% of upper endoscopy examinations, often during routine screenings.
The ICD-10 code for gastric polyps is K31.8, which covers "Other specified diseases of stomach and duodenum."
Most gastric polyps are noncancerous. However, adenomatous polyps carry a small risk of becoming malignant and should be monitored or removed.
Diagnosis typically involves an upper endoscopy, allowing direct visualization of the stomach lining and biopsy of any suspicious polyps.
Yes. Chronic infection with H. pylori is associated with inflammatory polyps, making eradication therapy an important treatment step.
Treatment depends on size, number, and histology. Options include surveillance for small benign polyps, endoscopic removal of larger or suspicious polyps, antibiotic therapy for H. pylori, and medication adjustments.
Preventive measures include avoiding unnecessary long-term use of proton pump inhibitors, quitting smoking, maintaining a balanced diet, and promptly treating H. pylori infections.
Follow-up schedules vary based on polyp type, size, and histopathology. Your gastroenterologist will recommend an individualized surveillance plan.
GastroDoxs in Houston offers expert evaluation and treatment of gastric polyps by board-certified gastroenterologists using state-of-the-art endoscopic technology.
