Multiple and recurrent inflammatory fibroid polyps in a Devon family ('Devon polyposis syndrome'): an update.
Inflammatory fibroid polyps are uncommon but well documented as solitary polyps occurring typically in the stomach or ileum. A Devon family has previously been reported in which a female in three successive generations has presented with multiple polyps requiring repeated surgery over a number of years. A further two female family members, both siblings from the 3rd generation, who required surgery for the same condition are now reported.
Allibone
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Department of Pathology, Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital.
Nanson
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Anthony
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D000328:Adult; D005260:Female; D005770:Gastrointestinal Neoplasms / Q000235:genetics*; D006801:Humans; D007078:Ileal Neoplasms / Q000235:genetics; D016609:Neoplasms, Second Primary / Q000235:genetics*; D010375:Pedigree; D011127:Polyps / Q000235:genetics*; D013274:Stomach Neoplasms / Q000235:genetics; D013577:Syndrome