Familial polyposis, autosomal recessive: An inherited condition where polyps develop in the lining of the gastrointestinal tract. The polyps are initially benign but may become malignant if untreated. The autosomal recessive form of this condition is characterized by fewer polyps than in other forms (less than 100) and is due to mutations in a different gene. More detailed information about the symptoms, causes, and treatments of Familial polyposis, autosomal recessive is available below.
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Prognosis for Familial polyposis, autosomal recessive: benign polyps can form in teenage years with cancer development usually occurring late in the 3rd decade
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