DiseasesChemicals and DrugsPhenomena and Processes
Intestinal PolyposisIntestinal PolypsGenes, APCIntestinal NeoplasmsAdenomatous Polyposis ColiAdenomatous Polyposis Coli Protein
Intestinal Polyposis
The growth of INTESTINAL POLYPS. Growth processes include neoplastic (ADENOMA and CARCINOMA) and non-neoplastic (hyperplastic, mucosal, inflammatory, and other polyps).
Intestinal Polyps
Discrete abnormal tissue masses that protrude into the lumen of the INTESTINE. A polyp is attached to the intestinal wall either by a stalk, pedunculus, or by a broad base.
Genes, APC
Tumor suppressor genes located in the 5q21 region on the long arm of human chromosome 5. The mutation of these genes is associated with familial adenomatous polyposis (ADENOMATOUS POLYPOSIS COLI) and GARDNER SYNDROME, as well as some sporadic colorectal cancers.
Intestinal Neoplasms
Tumors or cancer of the INTESTINES.
Adenomatous Polyposis Coli
A polyposis syndrome due to an autosomal dominant mutation of the APC genes (GENES, APC) on CHROMOSOME 5. The syndrome is characterized by the development of hundreds of ADENOMATOUS POLYPS in the COLON and RECTUM of affected individuals by early adulthood.
Adenomatous Polyposis Coli Protein
A negative regulator of beta-catenin signaling which is mutant in ADENOMATOUS POLYPOSIS COLI and GARDNER SYNDROME.

Concomitant suppression of hyperlipidemia and intestinal polyp formation in Apc-deficient mice by peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor ligands. (1/64)

Epidemiological studies have shown a positive association of colon cancer with hyperlipidemia. Furthermore, signaling generated by peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor (PPAR) alpha and gamma ligands, suggested to be candidate tumor preventive agents, has been shown to lower serum triglyceride levels. In the present study, we assessed hyperlipidemia in Apc-deficient mice, model animals for human familial adenomatous polyposis, and examined the effects of pioglitazone and bezafibrate, respectively, PPARgamma and PPARalpha agonists, on both hyperlipidemia and intestinal polyposis. Serum lipid levels in Apc(1309) mice and Min mice from 6 to 15 weeks of age were measured. Although serum levels of triglyceride and cholesterol were low in both Apc(1309) and wild-type mice at 6 weeks, triglycerides were elevated 10-fold in Apc(1309) mice by the age of 12 weeks but not in their wild-type counterparts. Cholesterol was also increased significantly, and marked centrilobular-restricted steatosis was observed in the livers of aged Apc(1309) mice. Similar findings were observed for Min mice at 15 weeks of age. Moreover, lipoprotein lipase mRNA levels in the liver and small intestine of Apc(1309) and Min mice were demonstrated to be lower than those in wild-type mice. Treatment of Apc(1309) mice with 100 and 200 ppm pioglitazone or bezafibrate for 6 weeks from 6 weeks of age caused dose-dependent reduction in serum triglycerides and cholesterol, along with reduction in the numbers of intestinal polyps to 67% of the control value. The present study clearly demonstrated a hyperlipidemic state in Apc gene-deficient mice and a potential of PPARalpha and PPARgamma ligands to suppress both hyperlipidemia and polyp formation. Hyperlipidemia in these mice may thus be associated with their intestinal lesion development.  (+info)

Duodenal adenomatosis in familial adenomatous polyposis. (2/64)

BACKGROUND: The prevalence of duodenal carcinoma is much higher in familial adenomatous polyposis (FAP) than in the background population, and duodenal adenomatosis is found in most polyposis patients. AIMS: To describe the long term natural history of duodenal adenomatosis in FAP and evaluate if cancer prophylactic surveillance of the duodenum is indicated. METHODS: A prospective five nation study was carried out in the Nordic countries and the Netherlands. PATIENTS: A total of 368 patients were examined by gastroduodenoscopy at two year intervals during the period 1990-2001. RESULTS: At the first endoscopy, 238 (65%) patients had duodenal adenomas at a median age of 38 years. Median follow up was 7.6 years. The cumulative incidence of adenomatosis at age 70 years was 90% (95% confidence interval (CI) 79-100%), and of Spigelman stage IV 52% (95% CI 28-76%). The probability of an advanced Spigelman score increased during the study period (p<0.0001) due to an increasing number and size of adenomas. Two patients had asymptomatic duodenal carcinoma at their first endoscopy while four developed carcinoma during the study at a median age of 52 years (range 26-58). The cumulative incidence rate of cancer was 4.5% at age 57 years (95% CI 0.1-8.9%) and the risk was higher in patients with Spigelman stage IV at their first endoscopy than in those with stages 0-III (p<0.01). CONCLUSIONS: The natural course of duodenal adenomatosis has now been described in detail. The high incidence and increasing severity of duodenal adenomatosis with age justifies prophylactic examination, and a programme is presented for upper gastrointestinal endoscopic surveillance.  (+info)

De novo crypt formation and juvenile polyposis on BMP inhibition in mouse intestine. (3/64)

Little is known about the signaling mechanisms that determine the highly regular patterning of the intestinal epithelium into crypts and villi. With the use of mouse models, we show that bone morphogenetic protein (BMP)-4 expression occurs exclusively in the intravillus mesenchyme. Villus epithelial cells respond to the BMP signal. Inhibition of BMP signaling by transgenic expression of noggin results in the formation of numerous ectopic crypt units perpendicular to the crypt-villus axis. These changes phenocopy the intestinal histopathology of patients with the cancer predisposition syndrome juvenile polyposis (JP), including the frequent occurrence of intraepithelial neoplasia. Many JP cases are known to harbor mutations in BMP pathway genes. These data indicate that intestinal BMP signaling represses de novo crypt formation and polyp growth.  (+info)

BRAF mutation is associated with DNA methylation in serrated polyps and cancers of the colorectum. (4/64)

BACKGROUND AND AIMS: Mutations in BRAF have been linked with colorectal cancers (CRC) showing high level microsatellite instability (MSI-H). However, the distribution of BRAF mutations in MSI-H cancers remains to be clarified with respect to precursor lesions and the CpG island methylator phenotype (CIMP). METHODS: Forty three hyperplastic polyps (HP), nine mixed polyps (MP), five serrated adenomas (SA), 28 conventional adenomas (AD), 18 hereditary non-polyposis colorectal cancers (HNPCC), and 127 sporadic CRC (46 MSI-H and 81 non-MSI-H) were collected from patients undergoing colectomy for either CRC or hyperplastic polyposis. Twenty five of 57 serrated lesions were derived from four patients with hyperplastic polyposis. HP were further subdivided according to recently documented morphological criteria into 27 classical HP and 16 variant lesions described as "sessile serrated adenoma" (SSA). All tumours were screened for BRAF activating mutations. RESULTS: The BRAF mutation was more frequent in SSA (75%) and MP (89%) than in classical HP (19%), SA (20%), and AD (0%) (p<0.0001), and also in sporadic MSI-H cancers (76%) compared with HNPCC (0%) and sporadic non-MSI-H cancers (9%) (p<0.0001). The BRAF mutation was identified more often in CIMP-high serrated polyps (72%) and CIMP-high CRC (77%) than in CIMP-low (30%) and CIMP-negative (13%) polyps (p = 0.002) as well as CIMP-low (18%) and CIMP-negative (0%) CRC (p<0.0001). CONCLUSIONS: The BRAF mutation was frequently seen in SSA and in sporadic MSI-H CRC, both of which were associated with DNA methylation. Sporadic MSI-H cancers may originate in SSA and not adenomas, and BRAF mutation and DNA methylation are early events in this "serrated" pathway.  (+info)

Multiple lymphomatous polyposis of the gastrointestinal tract. (5/64)

CONTEXT: Gastrointestinal multiple lymphomatous polyposis is a rare type of malignant lymphoma that has aggressive biological behavior, early systemic dissemination and poor prognosis. It is considered to be a manifestation of non-Hodgkin lymphoma and represents the gastrointestinal counterpart of mantle cell nodal lymphoma. OBJECTIVE: A case of gastrointestinal multiple lymphomatous polyposis is presented and the anatomopathological, clinical, diagnostic and treatment aspects of this unusual neoplasia are discussed. CASE REPORT: The patient was a 59-year-old white male with a complaint of asthenia, night sweating, alteration in intestinal habit and weight loss over the preceding two months. The physical examination showed pallid mucosa and a palpable mass in the epigastrium and mesogastrium. Endoscopy of the upper digestive tract showed the presence of gastric and duodenal polyps. An opaque enema showed multiple polypoid lesions, especially in the cecum. A rectal biopsy revealed infiltration of the mucosa and submucosa by diffuse lymphoma consisting of small cleaved cells. Immunohistochemical study showed lymphocytes that expressed the antibody CD20 (L-26) and light-chain kappa (k) immunoglobulin, but not light-chain lambda (l) immunoglobulin. The patient presented a condition of acute intestinal obstruction with the presence of a mesenteric mass formed by agglutinated lymph nodes that surrounded the proximal ileum, thereby obstructing its lumen. He was submitted to a segmental enterectomy and gastrotomy with excisional biopsies of the gastric polypoid lesions. After two cycles of chemotherapy there was a worsening of the general state, with an increase in the dimensions of the abdominal masses and sepsis, accompanied by progressive respiratory insufficiency, leading to death.  (+info)

Genetics of colorectal cancer. (6/64)

Colorectal cancer (CRC) is the second leading cause of cancer-related mortality in the United States. As such, it assumes a significant role in both health policy decision-making and scientific research. CRC has been a model for investigating the molecular genetics of cancer development and progression; this is in part due to the easily detectable, sequential transition of cells from normal colonic epithelium to adenoma and then to adenocarcinoma. In addition, familial syndromes that predispose to CRC, such as familial adenomatous polyposis (FAP) and hereditary nonpolyposis colorectal cancer (HNPCC), have significantly contributed to our understanding of the genetic mechanisms underlying CRC formation. It is now well recognized that hereditary CRC syndromes are due to germline mutations of genes that function as tumor suppressors or, less frequently, oncogenes. Accumulation of subsequent mutations in other genes with related functions results in the stepwise progression to carcinoma. It is important to note that somatic changes in similar genes are involved in the formation of sporadic CRC. The identification of these important CRC-related genes may help facilitate the early diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of CRC. This article reviews the various familial CRC syndromes along with their genetic etiology, as well as discusses the principle of genetic testing for these conditions.  (+info)

A targeted mutation of Nkd1 impairs mouse spermatogenesis. (7/64)

Nkd1 is an antagonist of the canonical Wnt/beta-catenin signaling pathway. The EF-hand motif of Nkd1 is required for its inhibitory function. Early studies suggested that Nkd1 might play important roles in mouse embryonic development and tumorigenesis. We constructed Nkd1(-/-) mice whose Nkd1 protein lacked the EF-hand and was unable to inhibit Wnt/beta-catenin signaling. The homozygotes were viable and grew normally, but their fertility in males was reduced. In wild-type adult testes, Nkd1 mRNA was expressed more abundantly in the elongating spermatids than in the round spermatids. Lack of EF-hand caused reductions in the testis weight and sperm count by 30 and 60%, respectively. During testis development, Nkd1 mRNA expression started at the 25th day after birth, coincident with the onset of Wnt1 expression. Nuclear localization of beta-catenin increased in the elongating spermatids, suggesting that the mutant Nkd1 failed to inhibit the Wnt/beta-catenin pathway. These results suggest that deletion of the EF-hand from Nkd1 reduces the number of the elongating spermatids at haploid stage. In contrast, the mutant Nkd1 did not affect intestinal polyposis in Apc(Delta716) mice.  (+info)

BRAF mutations in aberrant crypt foci and hyperplastic polyposis. (8/64)

Patients with hyperplastic polyposis have multiple hyperplastic polyps (HPs) and increased risk of colorectal carcinomas. Aberrant crypt foci (ACF) are postulated to be the earliest precursor lesions in colorectal carcinogenesis. We evaluated BRAF mutations by DNA sequencing in 53 ACF from patients with sporadic colorectal carcinomas and familial adenomatous polyposis, in 18 sporadic HPs from patients with resected colorectal cancer, and in 70 HPs, 4 serrated adenomas, 3 admixed hyperplastic-adenomatous polyps, 10 tubular adenomas, and 6 carcinomas from 17 patients with multiple/large HPs and/or hyperplastic polyposis. BRAF mutation status was compared with clinicopathological features and other genetic alterations by marginal logistic regression. BRAF mutation was present in only 2% of ACF and 6% of sporadic HPs. In contrast, BRAF mutation was present in 43% of HPs (P = 0.01 versus sporadic HPs), 75% of serrated adenomas, 33% of admixed hyperplastic-adenomatous polyps, 30% of tubular adenomas, and 33% of carcinomas from patients with multiple/large HPs and/or hyperplastic polyposis. BRAF mutation status in patients with multiple/large HPs and/or hyperplastic polyposis correlated with HPs from the same patient (odds ratio, 5.8; P = 0.0002) but associated with younger age (odds ratio, 0.83; P = 0.006 compared to older age), with a large HP (odds ratio, 22.5; P = 0.01 compared with patients with multiple HPs), with location of HPs in the right colon (odds ratio, 3.0; P = 0.03), and with methylation of the p16 gene and the MINT31 locus [odds ratio, 12.2 (P = 0.0001) and 4.4 (P = 0.02), respectively]. Our study shows that BRAF mutation status is heterogeneous among patients with multiple/large HPs and/or hyperplastic polyposis, suggesting differences in pathogenesis of HPs that indicate subsets within this phenotype.  (+info)

Intestinal polyposis is a condition characterized by the presence of multiple benign or malignant growths (polyps) in the inner lining of the intestine, which can occur sporadically or as part of inherited genetic syndromes like familial adenomatous polyposis (FAP) or Peutz-Jeghers syndrome.

Intestinal polyposis is a condition characterized by the presence of multiple polyps in the inner lining (mucosa) of the intestines. These polyps are abnormal growths that protrude from the intestinal wall and can vary in size, number, and type. Some common types of polyps include adenomatous, hyperplastic, and inflammatory polyps.

Intestinal polyposis can occur throughout the gastrointestinal tract, including the stomach, small intestine, and large intestine (colon). The condition can be inherited or acquired, and it is often associated with various genetic syndromes such as familial adenomatous polyposis (FAP), Peutz-Jeghers syndrome, juvenile polyposis syndrome, and Lynch syndrome.

Depending on the type, size, and number of polyps, intestinal polyposis can increase the risk of developing colorectal cancer and other gastrointestinal malignancies. Regular surveillance, monitoring, and removal of polyps are essential for managing this condition and preventing complications.

Intestinal polyps are abnormal growths or tissue protuberances that project from the lining of the intestine, typically developing in the colon or rectum, and can vary in size, shape, and number, often being asymptomatic but potentially leading to more serious conditions such as cancer if left untreated.

Intestinal polyps are abnormal growths that protrude from the lining of the intestines. They can occur in any part of the digestive tract, including the colon and rectum (colorectal polyps), small intestine, or stomach. These growths vary in size, shape, and number. Most intestinal polyps are benign, meaning they are not cancerous. However, some types of polyps, such as adenomatous polyps, can become cancerous over time if left untreated.

Intestinal polyps can be asymptomatic or cause symptoms like rectal bleeding, abdominal pain, changes in bowel habits, or anemia (in cases where there is chronic, slow bleeding). The exact cause of intestinal polyps is not fully understood, but factors such as age, family history, and certain genetic conditions can increase the risk of developing them. Regular screening exams, like colonoscopies, are essential for early detection and removal of polyps to prevent potential complications, including colorectal cancer.

APC (Adenomatous Polyposis Coli) genes are tumor suppressor genes located on chromosome 5q21 that encode for a protein involved in cell cycle regulation, apoptosis, and inhibition of beta-catenin-mediated transcription, whose mutations or deletions can lead to familial adenomatous polyposis (FAP) and colorectal cancer.

APC (Adenomatous Polyposis Coli) gene is a tumor suppressor gene that provides instructions for making a protein called adenomatous polyposis coli. This protein plays a crucial role in regulating the growth and division of cells in the colon and rectum. Specifically, it helps to maintain the stability of the cell's genetic material (DNA) by controlling the process of beta-catenin degradation.

When the APC gene is mutated or altered, it can lead to an accumulation of beta-catenin in the cell, which can result in uncontrolled cell growth and division. This can ultimately lead to the development of colon polyps, which are benign growths that can become cancerous over time if left untreated.

Mutations in the APC gene are associated with several inherited cancer syndromes, including familial adenomatous polyposis (FAP) and attenuated FAP (AFAP). These conditions are characterized by the development of numerous colon polyps at a young age, which can increase the risk of developing colorectal cancer.

Intestinal neoplasms are abnormal growths of tissue in the small or large intestine that can be benign (non-cancerous) or malignant (cancerous), potentially leading to various gastrointestinal symptoms and posing risks if not diagnosed and treated promptly.

Intestinal neoplasms refer to abnormal growths in the tissues of the intestines, which can be benign or malignant. These growths are called neoplasms and they result from uncontrolled cell division. In the case of intestinal neoplasms, these growths occur in the small intestine, large intestine (colon), rectum, or appendix.

Benign intestinal neoplasms are not cancerous and often do not invade surrounding tissues or spread to other parts of the body. However, they can still cause problems if they grow large enough to obstruct the intestines or cause bleeding. Common types of benign intestinal neoplasms include polyps, leiomyomas, and lipomas.

Malignant intestinal neoplasms, on the other hand, are cancerous and can invade surrounding tissues and spread to other parts of the body. The most common type of malignant intestinal neoplasm is adenocarcinoma, which arises from the glandular cells lining the inside of the intestines. Other types of malignant intestinal neoplasms include lymphomas, sarcomas, and carcinoid tumors.

Symptoms of intestinal neoplasms can vary depending on their size, location, and type. Common symptoms include abdominal pain, bloating, changes in bowel habits, rectal bleeding, weight loss, and fatigue. If you experience any of these symptoms, it is important to seek medical attention promptly.

Adenomatous Polyposis Coli (APC) is a hereditary condition characterized by the development of numerous adenomatous polyps in the colon and rectum, which significantly increases the risk of colorectal cancer if left untreated.

Adenomatous Polyposis Coli (APC) is a genetic disorder characterized by the development of numerous adenomatous polyps in the colon and rectum. APC is caused by mutations in the APC gene, which is a tumor suppressor gene that helps regulate cell growth and division. When the APC gene is mutated, it can lead to uncontrolled cell growth and the development of polyps, which can eventually become cancerous.

Individuals with APC typically develop hundreds to thousands of polyps in their colon and rectum, usually beginning in adolescence or early adulthood. If left untreated, APC can lead to colorectal cancer in nearly all affected individuals by the age of 40.

APC is an autosomal dominant disorder, which means that a person has a 50% chance of inheriting the mutated gene from an affected parent. However, some cases of APC may also occur spontaneously due to new mutations in the APC gene. Treatment for APC typically involves surgical removal of the colon and rectum (colectomy) to prevent the development of colorectal cancer. Regular surveillance with colonoscopy is also recommended to monitor for the development of new polyps.

Adenomatous Polyposis Coli (APC) protein is a tumor suppressor protein, encoded by the APC gene, that plays a critical role in regulating cell growth and adhesion, with loss-of-function mutations in this gene being associated with familial adenomatous polyposis (FAP), an inherited condition characterized by the development of numerous colorectal adenomas.

Adenomatous polyposis coli (APC) protein is a tumor suppressor protein that plays a crucial role in regulating cell growth and division. It is encoded by the APC gene, which is located on chromosome 5. The APC protein helps to prevent excessive cell growth and division by inhibiting the activity of a protein called beta-catenin, which promotes cell growth and division when activated.

In individuals with certain genetic disorders, such as familial adenomatous polyposis (FAP), mutations in the APC gene can lead to the production of a defective APC protein or no APC protein at all. This can result in uncontrolled cell growth and division, leading to the development of numerous benign tumors called polyps in the colon and rectum. Over time, some of these polyps may become cancerous, leading to colorectal cancer if left untreated.

APC protein also has other functions in the body, including regulating cell migration and adhesion, and playing a role in maintaining the stability of the cytoskeleton. Mutations in the APC gene have been linked to other types of cancer besides colorectal cancer, including breast, lung, and ovarian cancers.

PolypsAttenuated polyposis syndromeSyndromeJuvenileFamilial polyposis of the colonColonic polyposisTumorsAdenomatous polyposis syndromesColorectal cancerMark's HospitalDiagnosisColiAutosomalCaused by germlineMutationsNeoplasiaCancerPhenotypeGeneVariantGastricHomeostasisEpitheliumTumorigenesisExtracolonicGrowthsIntestineGeneticDisordersPatientsGENESStem cellsClinicalRegistrySurgeryCancersRare
Polyps18
  • GI polyposis is characterized by multiple polyps within the GI tract. (medscape.com)
  • The role of the radiologist in the diagnosis and evaluation of intestinal polyposis syndromes cannot be overemphasized, as missed polyps are potentially missed cancers. (medscape.com)
  • We describe a patient with multiple fibrofolliculomas (FF), tricodiscomas (TD) and acrochordons (Birt-Hogg-Dubé) associated with intestinal polyps. (nih.gov)
  • This association may not be fortuitous and suggests that patients with multiple hamartomas of the perifollicular connective tissue should be examined periodically for intestinal polyps before malignancy develops. (nih.gov)
  • FAMILIAL intestinal polyposis is a rare hereditary disease characterized by the growth of very many adenomatous polyps from the rectal and colonic mucosa. (jamanetwork.com)
  • We performed a biomarker study in the polyposis in rat colon (Pirc) model, observing phosphorylated Erk inhibition in colon polyps for up to 10 days after discontinuing ERL+SUL administration . (bvsalud.org)
  • Gardner syndrome is an autosomal dominant form of polyposis characterized by the presence of multiple polyps in the colon together with tumors outside the colon. (wikipedia.org)
  • Juvenile polyposis syndrome (JPS) is a rare disease characterized by multiple hamartomatous polyps in the gastrointestinal tract ( 1 ). (spandidos-publications.com)
  • A fourth category, juvenile polyposis of the stomach, has been reported, which is used to describe polyps limited to the stomach at the time of the initial diagnosis ( 5 , 6 ). (spandidos-publications.com)
  • Individuals possessing these mutations develop numerous intestinal polyps (precancerous lesions) at an early age. (usda.gov)
  • Familial adenomatous polyposis (FAP) is a rare inherited cancer predisposition syndrome characterized by hundreds to thousands of precancerous colorectal polyps (adenomatous polyps). (rarediseases.org)
  • People with the classic type of familial adenomatous polyposis may begin to develop multiple noncancerous (benign) growths (polyps) in the colon as early as their teenage years. (nih.gov)
  • In people with classic familial adenomatous polyposis, the number of polyps increases with age, and hundreds to thousands of polyps can develop in the colon. (nih.gov)
  • HAMARTOMATOUS POLYPOSIS - polyps in the gastro-intestinal tract. (madhatterpress.cloud)
  • Diagnosis and management of polyposis syndromes is constantly evolving as new scientific and technological advancements are made with respect to identifying causative genes and increased sophistication of endoscopic therapy to treat polyps. (bmj.com)
  • Prevalence of Gastroduodenal Polyps in Children With Familial Adenomatous Polyposis. (cdc.gov)
  • Familial Adenomatous Polyposis Familial adenomatous polyposis is a hereditary disorder causing numerous colonic polyps and frequently results in colon carcinoma, often by age 40. (msdmanuals.com)
  • Polyps of the Colon and Rectum An intestinal polyp is any mass of tissue that arises from the bowel wall and protrudes into the lumen. (msdmanuals.com)
Attenuated polyposis syndrome1
  • These phenotypes range from a mild phenotype in attenuated polyposis syndrome to specific clinical syndromes recognized many decades prior to the discovery of the adenomatous polyposis ( APC ) gene. (medscape.com)
Syndrome22
  • Hereditary intestinal polyposis may refer to: Peutz-Jeghers syndrome Familial adenomatous polyposis This disambiguation page lists articles associated with the title Hereditary intestinal polyposis. (wikipedia.org)
  • Intestinal polyposis syndromes can be divided, based on histology, into the broad categories of familial adenomatous polyposis (FAP) , hamartomatous polyposis syndromes, and other rare polyposis syndromes, such as hereditary-mixed polyposis syndrome (HMPS) and serrated polyposis syndrome (SPS). (medscape.com)
  • FAP is the most common inherited polyposis syndrome, encompassing multiple phenotypes. (medscape.com)
  • The broad category of hamartomatous polyposis syndromes encompasses several syndromes, mainly Peutz-Jeghers Syndrome (PJS) , PTEN -associated hamartomatous syndromes (including Cowden syndrome and Bannayan-Riley-Ruvalcaba syndrome [BRR]), familial juvenile polyposis, and Cronkhite-Canada syndrome . (medscape.com)
  • Hamartomatous polyposis syndromes include Peutz-Jeghers syndrome , PTEN -associated hamartomatous syndromes (eg, Cowden syndrome and Bannayan-Riley-Ruvalcaba syndrome), familial juvenile polyposis, and Cronkhite-Canada syndrome . (medscape.com)
  • 4 had cancer at the time of diagnosis of juvenile polyposis syndrome, 3 developed cancer while on surveillance (1 patient had a second primary). (curehunter.com)
  • Gardner's syndrome (also known as Gardner syndrome , familial polyposis of the colon , [1] or familial colorectal polyposis [2] ) is a subtype of familial adenomatous polyposis (FAP). (wikipedia.org)
  • Gardner syndrome is caused by mutation in the adenomatous polyposis coli (APC gene), located in chromosome 5q21 (band q21 on chromosome 5). (wikipedia.org)
  • [8] There are many terms used to describe "APC-associated polyposis condition" including FAP, attenuated FAP, Gardner syndrome, Turcot syndrome, and gastric adenocarcinoma and proximal polyposis of the stomach (GAPPS). (wikipedia.org)
  • Gardner syndrome is also associated with familial adenomatous polyposis and may manifest as aggressive fibromatosis (desmoid tumors) of the retroperitoneum. (wikipedia.org)
  • AI-Jishi M. Turcot's syndrome (glioma-polyposis). (benthamscience.com)
  • Min (multiple intestinal neoplasia) mice carry a mutation in what is equivalent to the human APC gene and develop intestinal tumors similar to those found in patients with familial adenomatous polyposis syndrome. (usda.gov)
  • A Patient With Gardner's Syndrome and Familial Adenomatous Polyposis Presenting With Extra-abdominal Desmoid Tumors and Diffuse Intestinal Polyposis. (downstate.edu)
  • Looking for the hidden mutation: Bannayan-Riley-Ruvalcaba syndrome caused by constitutional and mosaic 10q23 microdeletions involving PTEN and BMPR1A Bannayan-Riley-Ruvalcaba syndrome (BRRS) is a genetic condition characterized by large head size, hamartomas, intestinal polyposis, and genital pigmentation. (chromodisorder.org)
  • Mutations in the APC gene cause a group of polyposis conditions that have overlapping features: familial adenomatous polyposis, Gardner syndrome, Turcot syndrome and attenuated FAP. (rarediseases.org)
  • Individuals with CNS tumors and colorectal polyposis have historically been defined as Turcot syndrome. (rarediseases.org)
  • The remaining cases develop from mutations in the genes that cause hereditary non-polyposis colorectal cancer (HNPCC) also known as Lynch syndrome. (rarediseases.org)
  • The term Gardner syndrome is often used when colonic polyposis is accompanied by clinically obvious osteomas and soft tissue tumors. (rarediseases.org)
  • Hereditary bowel tumours are usually part of a distinct syndrome which require management of both intestinal and extra-intestinal disease. (bmj.com)
  • Polyposis syndromes include: Familial adenomatous polyposis, MUTYH-associated polyposis, Serrated polyposis syndrome, Peutz-Jeghers syndrome, Juvenile polyposis syndrome and PTEN-hamartomatous syndromes. (bmj.com)
  • The Juvenile polyposis syndrome -hereditary haemorrhagic telangiectasia overlap in patients with SMAD4 mutations requires specialised cardiac and vascular assessment. (bmj.com)
  • MUTYH polyposis syndrome is a rare autosomal recessive disorder responsible for 1% of colorectal cancer. (msdmanuals.com)
Juvenile7
  • Hamartomatous polyposis syndromes (HPS) are rare cancer-predisposing disorders including Juvenile polyposis (JPS), Peutz-Jeghers (PJS) and PTEN hamartomatous syndromes (PHS). (mdpi.com)
  • The final diagnosis was juvenile polyposis of the stomach with multiple early gastric cancers. (spandidos-publications.com)
  • Juvenile polyposis of the stomach is a rare disease, and its malignant potential has been reported previously. (spandidos-publications.com)
  • The present case highlighted the importance of not delaying surgical intervention in cases of juvenile polyposis of the stomach, since it is associated with a high occurrence of gastric cancer. (spandidos-publications.com)
  • JPS is subdivided into three groups: Juvenile polyposis of infancy, juvenile polyposis coli and generalized juvenile polyposis ( 3 , 4 ). (spandidos-publications.com)
  • The present study reported a case of juvenile polyposis of the stomach with multiple early gastric cancers treated by laparoscopy-assisted total gastrectomy. (spandidos-publications.com)
  • De novo crypt formation and juvenile polyposis on BMP inhibition in mouse intestine. (nature.com)
Familial polyposis of the colon1
  • Turcot J, Desprks JP, St. Pierre F. Malignant tumors of the central nervous system associated with familial polyposis of the colon: Report of two cases. (benthamscience.com)
Colonic polyposis1
  • Colonic polyposis is probably the most clearly defined precancerous disease known to medical practice today. (jamanetwork.com)
Tumors2
  • Germline mutations of the adenomatous polypososis coli (APC) gene lead to multiple intestinal tumors in familial adenomatous polyposis patients and in multiple intestinal neoplasia (Min) mice. (usda.gov)
  • In both classic familial adenomatous polyposis and its attenuated variant, benign and malignant tumors are sometimes found in other places in the body, including the duodenum (a section of the small intestine), stomach, bones, skin, and other tissues. (nih.gov)
Adenomatous polyposis syndromes2
  • It can also occur in the context of clinical syndromes such as adenomatous polyposis syndromes and hereditary non-polyposis colon cancer. (barnaclinic.com)
  • Operative planning and surveillance management of adenomatous polyposis syndromes relies on specialist knowledge of phenotypic presentations and germline mutations. (bmj.com)
Colorectal cancer2
  • The average age of colorectal cancer onset for attenuated familial adenomatous polyposis is 55 years. (nih.gov)
  • Paired Somatic-Germline Testing of 15 Polyposis and Colorectal Cancer-Predisposing Genes Highlights the Role of APC Mosaicism in de Novo Familial Adenomatous Polyposis. (cdc.gov)
Mark's Hospital3
  • Former Research Fellow in Polyposis, St. Mark's Hospital, London. (jamanetwork.com)
  • St Mark's Hospital diagnosed my familial adenomatous polyposis - FAP in 1989. (polyposisandlynch.com)
  • In the UK, there is only one dedicated polyposis registry (St Mark's Hospital, London). (bmj.com)
Diagnosis2
  • Due to the complexity of diagnosis and management, patients and their families should be referred to a genetics centre or a polyposis registry where dedicated management can take place. (bmj.com)
  • Preimplantation genetic diagnosis (PGD) of embryos can be offered to all patients for family planning where the genetic mutation is known (except for serrated polyposis). (bmj.com)
Coli2
  • It is determined by the autosomal dominant familial polyposis coli gene (APC) on chromosome 5 . (wikipedia.org)
  • Reduction of intestinal neoplasia with adenomatous polyposis coli gene replacement and COX-2 inhibition is additive. (rochester.edu)
Autosomal1
  • Familial adenomatous polyposis is caused by germline (present in the first cell of the embryo) mutations in the APC gene and is inherited in an autosomal dominant manner, meaning that on average 50% of children of an affected parent will have the disease passed on to them. (rarediseases.org)
Caused by germline1
  • MUTYH polyposis is caused by germline mutations of the MUTYH gene, a base excision repair gene. (msdmanuals.com)
Mutations2
  • Familial adenomatous polyposis (FAP) is a disease that has been linked to changes in the APC gene known as mutations. (usda.gov)
  • Multiple colorectal adenomas, classic adenomatous polyposis, and germ-line mutations in MYH. (msdmanuals.com)
Neoplasia1
  • The extent of the resection is determined by the site of the tumor, its vascularization, its lymphatic drainage and the presence or absence of direct extension into adjacent organs, ensuring en bloc resection of the entire area infiltrated by neoplasia. (barnaclinic.com)
Cancer6
  • Optimization of Erlotinib Plus Sulindac Dosing Regimens for Intestinal Cancer Prevention in an Apc-Mutant Model of Familial Adenomatous Polyposis (FAP). (bvsalud.org)
  • [3] This gene is also mutant in familial adenomatous polyposis (FAP), a more common disease that also predisposes to colon cancer. (wikipedia.org)
  • Thus these mice are a good model for the investigation of the effects of dietary alterations on genetic susceptibility for intestinal cancer. (usda.gov)
  • The current study investigated the relationship between dietary copper and intestinal cancer susceptibility in Min mice. (usda.gov)
  • Familial adenomatous polyposis (FAP) is an inherited disorder characterized by cancer of the large intestine (colon) and rectum. (nih.gov)
  • The average age at which an individual develops colon cancer in classic familial adenomatous polyposis is 39 years. (nih.gov)
Phenotype1
  • Mutational Analysis of a Familial Adenomatous Polyposis Pedigree with Bile Duct Polyp Phenotype. (cdc.gov)
Gene1
  • First described in 2002, MYH-associated polyposis, or MutYH - associated polyposis (MAP), occurs in a small number of patients with FAP and results from a mutation in the human MutY homolog gene instead of the APC gene. (medscape.com)
Variant3
  • Attenuated FAP is a variant of familial adenomatous polyposis. (rarediseases.org)
  • Some people have a variant of the disorder, called attenuated familial adenomatous polyposis, in which polyp growth is delayed. (nih.gov)
  • Variant profiling of colorectal adenomas from three patients of two families with MSH3-related adenomatous polyposis. (cdc.gov)
Gastric1
  • Increasing occurrence of gastric adenoma in Familial adenomatous polyposis (FAP). (bmj.com)
Homeostasis1
  • We previously determined that signals from the microbiota promote intestinal homeostasis by both facilitating mucosal healing and limiting the induction of inflammatory immune responses against intestinal antigens. (bcm.edu)
Epithelium2
  • Here, we investigate how new progeny acquire barrier structures as they integrate into the intestinal epithelium of adult Drosophila. (stanford.edu)
  • Tumor-specific apoptosis caused by deletion of the ERBB3 pseudo-kinase in mouse intestinal epithelium. (nature.com)
Tumorigenesis1
  • Importance of epidermal growth factor receptor signaling in establishment of adenomas and maintenance of carcinomas during intestinal tumorigenesis. (nature.com)
Extracolonic1
  • According to the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons, polyposis syndromes should typically be considered in patients with more than 20 lifetime adenomas, patients with a personal history of desmoid tumor or other extracolonic manifestations of familial adenomatous polyposis, or family members of individuals with known familial adenomatous polyposis, attenuated FAP, or MYH -associated polyposis. (medscape.com)
Growths1
  • COLORECTAL POLYPOSIS - Growths in the intestines that can be malignant or benign. (madhatterpress.cloud)
Intestine3
  • The intricate molecular mechanisms involved in the regenerative process of the normal intestine and the identity of putative somatic intestinal stem cells have become clear. (mdpi.com)
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Genetic1
  • The principle goals of polyposis management are first to manage and treat the presenting patient and then to identify 'at-risk' patients, through screening and predictive genetic testing, endoscopic surveillance to allow therapy and guide surgical prophylaxis. (bmj.com)
Disorders3
  • Although intestinal polyposis syndromes are relatively rare, awareness of the existing health risks is important for patients and their families affected by these disorders. (medscape.com)
  • This will allow selective manipulation of the intestinal immune system to either increase immune responses (in the case of infectious diseases) or limit them (in the case of inflammatory disorders such as IBD). (bcm.edu)
  • Polyposis syndromes are rare hereditary multisystem disorders which require life-long specialist surveillance. (bmj.com)
Patients3
  • Still, ultrasonography is an invaluable tool in the screening of patients with polyposis syndromes and in the screening of their families for associated cancers, such as those of the thyroid, breast, liver, ovaries, and uterus. (medscape.com)
  • A clinical trial in patients with familial adenomatous polyposis (FAP) demonstrated that sulindac plus erlotinib (SUL+ERL) had good efficacy in the duodenum and colon , but toxicity issues raised concerns for long-term prevention. (bvsalud.org)
  • Regular endoscopic surveillance and polypectomy is effective in managing rectal adenoma progression following colectomy and ileorectal anastomosis in patients with familial adenomatous polyposis. (cdc.gov)
GENES1
  • Exome sequencing of familial adenomatous polyposis-like individuals identifies both known and novel causative genes. (cdc.gov)
Stem cells2
  • We have found that when dietary load increases, midgut stem cells activate a reversible growth program that increases total intestinal cell number and digestive capacity. (stanford.edu)
  • Paneth cells constitute the niche for Lgr5 stem cells in intestinal crypts. (nature.com)
Clinical1
  • The management of the polyposis patient requires a multidisciplinary team approach delivered by specialised centres such as a dedicated polyposis registry, and will necessitate provision of clinical care to other members of the family by virtue of the inherited nature of the disease. (bmj.com)
Registry1
  • The Polyposis Registry is my seat belt, my life belt, my parachute, my insurance policy and probably my second Mum. (polyposisandlynch.com)
Surgery2
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Cancers1
  • The occurrence of metachronous cancers in serrated polyposis is less than previously thought. (bmj.com)
Rare1
  • This, in addition to data yielded from meticulous record-keeping by polyposis registries has helped to guide management in what are otherwise relatively rare conditions. (bmj.com)

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