Tubulovillous adenomas are benign polyps in the colon or rectum that contain both tubular (tube-shaped) and villous (finger-shaped) tissue. While not cancerous initially, they carry a higher risk of turning into colorectal cancer if left untreated.
In early stages, tubulovillous adenomas often produce no symptoms. As they grow, you may notice:
The exact cause of tubulovillous adenomas isn't fully understood, but several factors raise your risk:
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Tubular adenomas are composed mainly of tube-shaped glands, villous adenomas have finger-like projections, and tubulovillous adenomas combine both tubular and villous features.
Yes. They carry a moderate risk of progressing to colon cancer and should be removed when detected.
Routine screening generally starts at age 45-50, or earlier if you have a family history of colon polyps or colorectal cancer.
Diagnosis is made via colonoscopy, during which a biopsy is taken and examined by a pathologist for polyp type and grade.
ICD-10 code D12.5 indicates a benign neoplasm (polyp) of the colon, used for medical billing and record-keeping.
No. While diet changes cannot shrink existing polyps, a high-fiber, low-red meat diet may reduce the risk of new polyp formation.
Polypectomy is performed during a sedated colonoscopy, so most patients feel little to no pain during the procedure.
Recovery is typically quick. Most people return to normal activities the same day or by the next day.
Follow-up intervals range from every 3 to 5 years, depending on the number, size, and pathology of the removed polyps and your overall risk profile.
Yes. New polyps can develop over time, so regular surveillance colonoscopies are important to detect and remove them early.
