Neoplastic Process
endometrial polyp
Definitions related to endometrial polyp:
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(polyp, endometrial stromal, benign) A benign polypoid neoplasm of the endometrium projecting into the endometrial cavity.CDISC TerminologyClinical Data Interchange Standards Consortium (CDISC), 2021
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A benign nodular lesion protruding above the surface of the endometrium. It is composed of a fibrous stroma that contains thick-walled blood vessels and dilated endometrial glands. Polypectomy is the treatment of choice. Only few cases with recurrence have been reported.NCI ThesaurusU.S. National Cancer Institute, 2021
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